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Antique Sterling Silver Inkwell
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Antique Sterling Silver Inkwell

1920 - 1940
Sold 18 September 2025 · In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Description

A good example of an antique silver capstan style inkwell complete with a white ceramic liner. It is a stylish and good quality piece with a large round base and hinged lid.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham, 1939, S Blanckensee & Son

It is in good condition for its age and displays well. There are no major damages, just some faint surface marks, a few light scratches and minor dinks but nothing detrimental. It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 1 1/2" / 4cm

Width : 2 3/4" / 7cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £7

Rest of the World £25

Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Sterling Silver Inkwell to the 1940s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
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SA1162658
Description
A good example of an antique silver capstan style inkwell complete with a white ceramic liner. It is a stylish and good quality piece with a large round base and hinged lid.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham, 1939, S Blanckensee & Son

It is in good condition for its age and displays well.

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There are no major damages, just some faint surface marks, a few light scratches and minor dinks but nothing detrimental.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It has been gently cleaned and polished and is ready for use.

fig 1. An antique sterling silver inkwell with a domed hinged lid and a wide, weighted circular base against a plain background.
fig 1. Antique Sterling Silver Inkwell

Approximate Measurements:

Height : 1 1/2" / 4cm

Width : 2 3/4" / 7cm

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £7

Rest of the World £25

Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Antique Sterling Silver Inkwell to the 1940s.

Height
4cm (1.57")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1162658
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2016

Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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An antique sterling silver inkwell with a domed hinged lid and a wide, weighted circular base against a plain background.
Antique Sterling Silver Inkwell
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An antique sterling silver inkwell with a domed hinged lid and a wide, weighted circular base against a plain background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleTraditional
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHinged lid, Weighted circular base, Domed cap
  • SizeH 4 cm (2 in) x W 7 cm (3 in)

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Silver inkwells became prominent desk accessories during the 18th and 19th centuries, serving both functional purposes for correspondence and status symbols for affluent households and offices.

Traditional inkwells are crafted from solid sterling silver, often featuring weighted bases filled with plaster or wood to provide stability, alongside fitted glass or ceramic interior liners to hold liquid ink.

Authentic pieces are identified by inspecting hallmarks stamped on the metal, which typically indicate the makers mark, standard mark for sterling silver, assay office city, and a date letter.

An inkwell adds historical character when placed on a study desk, bookshelf, or mantelpiece, contrasting effectively against contemporary minimalist furniture or complementing traditional study spaces.

Preserve silver items by dusting with a soft cloth and using specialised silver polish sparingly to maintain the patina without wearing down delicate hallmarks or engravings.
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