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Large Old Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice 1840
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Large Old Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice 1840

19th century
Description

A large communion chalice made of Old Sheffield Plate. Wonderfully proportioned piece with engraving to the front for 'Barbican Chapel 1840'. With a beautiful gilded interior and of good heavy quality. Visibly seamed to the reverse.

The condition is very good overall with no dents or splits. The plating is in good order with slight wear around the rim.

Weight approx 690g.

Height approx 20.5cm.

Base diameter approx 10cm.

Diameter at rim approx 11cm.

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated this Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09285116
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques Date19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 180-195 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 19TH CENTURY:
Engraved inscription dated 1840: crisp period shaded lettering on the bowl.
Gilt interior with light surface rubbing: original gold wash inside the cup.
Base metal showing along the rim: typical wear on fused silver plate.
Turned pedestal foot with central knop: standard early Victorian ecclesiastical outline.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
20.5cm (8.07")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1183588
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Description
A large communion chalice made of Old Sheffield Plate. Wonderfully proportioned piece with engraving to the front for 'Barbican Chapel 1840'. With a beautiful gilded interior and of good heavy quality. Visibly seamed to the reverse.
fig 1. An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base.
fig 1. Large Old Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice 1840

The condition is very good overall with no dents or splits. The plating is in good order with slight wear around the rim.

Weight approx 690g.

Height approx 20.5cm.

Base diameter approx 10cm.

Diameter at rim approx 11cm.

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated this Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice to the 19th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09285116
Dealer's Item Date19th Century
Sellingantiques dating19th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 180-195 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 19th Century:
Engraved inscription dated 1840: crisp period shaded lettering on the bowl.
Gilt interior with light surface rubbing: original gold wash inside the cup.
Base metal showing along the rim: typical wear on fused silver plate.
Turned pedestal foot with central knop: standard early Victorian ecclesiastical outline.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
20.5cm (8.07")
Width
11cm (4.33")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1183588
David Pickett Antiques
David Pickett Antiques
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Specialists in old sheffield plate

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An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base.
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Archive I An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base.

Large Old Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice 1840

Archive II An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View II
Archive III An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View III
Archive IV An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View IV
Archive V An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View V
Archive VI An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View VI
Archive VII An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View VII
Archive VIII An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base. View VIII
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An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base.
Large Old Sheffield Plate Communion Chalice 1840
Ref: SA1183588
An 1840 Old Sheffield Plate communion chalice featuring an engraved inscription reading Barbican Chapel 1840, a gilt-lined interior, and a stepped pedestal base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectChalices & Goblets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Copper, Gold Gilding
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsGilt interior, Engraved lettering, Pedestal base, Flared rim
  • SizeH 20.5 cm (8 in) x W 11 cm (4 in)

This Victorian 19th Century communion chalice is made of Old Sheffield Plate and gold gilding with a silver and gold colour palette. The piece stands on a stepped pedestal base with a flared rim and a visibly seamed reverse, and bears an engraved inscription on the front reading Barbican Chapel 1840. The interior shows a rich gilt finish, while the exterior metalwork exhibits slight wear around the rim. The chalice measures 20.5 cm high and 11 cm wide. Display this piece on a sideboard top in a living room or dining room to hold fresh flowers, or place it on a display shelf as a decorative accent. It also functions well on a mantelpiece or desk surface for holding small everyday items.

FAQs

Old Sheffield Plate refers to a process developed in the 1740s where a layer of sterling silver was thermally fused to a thicker ingot of copper before being rolled into sheets. This manufacturing method was widely utilised until the commercial introduction of electroplating in the 1840s.

Pieces were created by hammering or pressing fused copper and silver sheets into shape. Interior surfaces intended for holding liquids were frequently gilded with gold wash to prevent corrosion and chemical reactions between the copper base and acidic contents.

Authentic items often exhibit thin traces of the copper core showing through where the silver layer has worn, known as bleeding. They also feature wrapped solid silver wire rims to conceal copper edges, along with struck makers marks rather than modern electroplate hallmarks.

Ecclesiastical silver functions well as a decorative focal point when placed on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or within a curated cabinet display. Grouping chalices alongside historic leather-bound books or contemporary glass objects creates a balanced textural contrast.

Clean silver plate gently with a soft cloth and specialized non-abrasive silver polish, avoiding harsh scrubbing that can strip the silver layer. The interior gilding should only be wiped with warm soapy water, as silver polish can prematurely wear away thin gold leaf.
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