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A Rare Chester Silver Edwardian Sprung Cheroot Cutter
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A Rare Chester Silver Edwardian Sprung Cheroot Cutter

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 April 2026 · Jeff Sims Antiques
This “Rare Chester Silver Edwardian Sprung Cheroot Cutter” found a buyer.

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A rare and collectable item of Edwardian personal silver, assayed at the sought after Chester Office. This interesting example is a hallmarked silver case cheroot cutter. The case can be pulled apart and inside there is a steel cutter, which has a sprung machanism. The case is beautifully engraved with foliage and has a large vacant carouche. To the top is an attaching ring for a fob chain or chatelaine. A good item, both decorative, collectable and practical. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing :- £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£40.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£24.00 Worldwide

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Chester 1907.

Maker :- William Manton.

Width :- 1 cm.

Length :- 8 cms. Open 14 cms.)

Depth :- 0.7 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Cheroot Cutter to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1181629
Dealers Internal Reference
K1663
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Description
A rare and collectable item of Edwardian personal silver, assayed at the sought after Chester Office. This interesting example is a hallmarked silver case cheroot cutter. The case can be pulled apart and inside there is a steel cutter, which has a sprung machanism. The case is beautifully engraved with foliage and has a large vacant carouche. To the top is an attaching ring for a fob chain or chatelaine. A good item, both decorative, collectable and practical. Dimensions below.
fig 1. An antique Edwardian silver cheroot cutter shown alongside its engraved protective outer case against a neutral background.
fig 1. A Rare Chester Silver Edwardian Sprung Cheroot Cutter

Postage and packing :- £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£40.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£24.00 Worldwide

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Chester 1907.

Maker :- William Manton.

Width :- 1 cm.

Length :- 8 cms. Open 14 cms.)

Depth :- 0.7 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Cheroot Cutter to the Edwardian era.

Height
8cm (3.15")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1181629
Dealers Internal Ref
K1663
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Archive I An antique Edwardian silver cheroot cutter shown alongside its engraved protective outer case against a neutral background. SOLD28 APR 26

A Rare Chester Silver Edwardian Sprung Cheroot Cutter

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Telephone 07711 373 683
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Verified Since Jan 2010
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Items Sold 4,500
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An antique Edwardian silver cheroot cutter shown alongside its engraved protective outer case against a neutral background.
A rare Chester silver Edwardian sprung cheroot cutter
Ref: SA1181629
An antique Edwardian silver cheroot cutter shown alongside its engraved protective outer case against a neutral background.
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  • ObjectSmoking Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Steel
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsEngine-turned engraving, Spring-loaded mechanism, Suspension loop, Hallmarked silver
  • SizeH 8 cm (3 in) x W 1 cm (0 in)

Edwardian smoking accessories reflect the refined social habits of the early 20th century, where tobacco consumption among gentlemen was accompanied by finely crafted portable implements made from precious metals like sterling silver.

These pieces were typically constructed from sterling silver, often featuring steel blades for functional cutting edges, and sometimes incorporated mother-of-pearl, ivory, or gold detailing.

Authenticity is verified by examining hallmarks stamped onto the metal, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark for sterling silver such as the lion passant, a town mark indicating the assay office, and a date letter.

These small collectable items are often displayed inside glass-topped coffee table vitrines, on bookshelves alongside leather-bound volumes, or styled as curious desk accessories.

Preservation requires gentle cleaning with a specialised non-abrasive silver cloth to maintain the patina, avoiding harsh chemical dips, and storing the items in low-humidity environments to prevent tarnishing.
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