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Exquisite Victorian Silver and Amethyst Glass Scent Bottle, Birmingham 1898
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Exquisite Victorian Silver and Amethyst Glass Scent Bottle, Birmingham 1898

19th century
Sold 21 July 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is a beautiful and unusual Victorian silver lidded amethyst glass scent bottle. The cylindrical glass body a pale amethyst hue. The hinged solid silver lid embossed with flower heads and inst with turquoise cabochons stones. The base star incised. Fitted with a clear glass stopper.

Hallmarks:

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Date letter "y" for 1898.

Lion Passant.

Dimensions:

Height: 8.5cm / 3.3 inches.

Diameter: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass in perfect condition.

Lid in very good condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £10.00 Royal Mail Special Delivery.

Postage overseas: £20.00 International Signed For.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8.5cm (3.35")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1155489
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIL85
Description
This is a beautiful and unusual Victorian silver lidded amethyst glass scent bottle. The cylindrical glass body a pale amethyst hue. The hinged solid silver lid embossed with flower heads and inst with turquoise cabochons stones. The base star incised. Fitted with a clear glass stopper.
fig 1. An upright cylindrical purple glass scent bottle featuring an embossed sterling silver screw cap set with small turquoise cabochons.
fig 1. Exquisite Victorian Silver and Amethyst Glass Scent Bottle, Birmingham 1898

Hallmarks:

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Date letter "y" for 1898.

Lion Passant.

Dimensions:

Height: 8.5cm / 3.3 inches.

Diameter: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good.

Glass in perfect condition.

Lid in very good condition.

fig 2. An upright cylindrical purple glass scent bottle featuring an embossed sterling silver screw cap set with small turquoise cabochons.
fig 2. Exquisite Victorian Silver and Amethyst Glass Scent Bottle, Birmingham 1898

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £10.00 Royal Mail Special Delivery.

Postage overseas: £20.00 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
8.5cm (3.35")
Width
2.5cm (0.98")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Scent Bottle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1155489
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIL85
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An upright cylindrical purple glass scent bottle featuring an embossed sterling silver screw cap set with small turquoise cabochons. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Exquisite Victorian Silver and Amethyst Glass Scent Bottle, Birmingham 1898

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An upright cylindrical purple glass scent bottle featuring an embossed sterling silver screw cap set with small turquoise cabochons.
EXQUISITE VICTORIAN SILVER AND AMETHYST GLASS SCENT BOTTLE, BIRMINGHAM 1898
Ref: SA1155489
An upright cylindrical purple glass scent bottle featuring an embossed sterling silver screw cap set with small turquoise cabochons.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Amethyst Glass, Turquoise
  • ColourPurple
  • MotifsEmbossed silver lid, Set cabochons, Star-cut glass base
  • SizeH 8.5 cm (3 in) x W 2.5 cm (1 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Victorian scent bottles typically feature hand-blown or moulded glass bodies paired with intricately worked sterling silver caps, often manufactured in silversmithing hubs such as Birmingham or London during the late 19th century.

These items were commonly crafted using coloured or clear glass, fitted with hinged or screw-top lids made from sterling silver, and occasionally embellished with gemstones, enamel, or gilt accents.

Authenticity is typically verified by examining the silver components for clear British hallmark stamps, including a makers mark, standard mark, town mark (such as the Birmingham anchor), and a date letter.

These small decorative objects can be displayed on vanity trays, dressing table surfaces, or open shelving alongside other small collectables to add historic texture and subtle colour.

Preservation requires avoiding harsh chemical dips on the silver to protect the patina and hallmarking, cleaning the glass gently with lukewarm water, and storing the items out of direct sunlight.
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