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Rare Victorian Silver Snake Scent Bottle by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1897
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Rare Victorian Silver Snake Scent Bottle by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1897

19th century
Sold 9 July 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare Victorian Silver Snake Scent Bottle by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1897” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This fabulous silver mounted "snake" green glass scent bottle was made by Levi & Salaman and is dated Birmingham 1897 . The pale green cylindrical glass body with a coiled silver snake , its head on the collar. The hinged lid opening to reveal a rich gilt interior. The neck fitted with the original glass stopper. Snake scent bottles are very few and far between and this is a wonderful example.

Hallmarks:

L&S for Levi & Salaman.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "x" for 1897.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Impressed "Sterling: at teh back of the lid.

Dimensions:

Height: 6cm / 2.4 inches.

Diameter: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

No damage to the glass.

Silver top in very good , smooth condition.

Strong hinge.

Original stopper.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6cm (2.36")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Scent Bottle to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1185646
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC87
Description
This fabulous silver mounted "snake" green glass scent bottle was made by Levi & Salaman and is dated Birmingham 1897 . The pale green cylindrical glass body with a coiled silver snake , its head on the collar. The hinged lid opening to reveal a rich gilt interior. The neck fitted with the original glass stopper. Snake scent bottles are very few and far between and this is a wonderful example.
fig 1. A cylindrical green glass scent bottle with a sterling silver cap and an applied silver snake wrapped around the body.
fig 1. Rare Victorian Silver Snake Scent Bottle by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1897

Hallmarks:

L&S for Levi & Salaman.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "x" for 1897.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Impressed "Sterling: at teh back of the lid.

Dimensions:

Height: 6cm / 2.4 inches.

Diameter: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.

fig 2. A cylindrical green glass scent bottle with a sterling silver cap and an applied silver snake wrapped around the body.
fig 2. Rare Victorian Silver Snake Scent Bottle by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1897

Condition:

Very good.

No damage to the glass.

Silver top in very good , smooth condition.

Strong hinge.

Original stopper.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9 Special Delivery Next day.

fig 3. A cylindrical green glass scent bottle with a sterling silver cap and an applied silver snake wrapped around the body.
fig 3. Rare Victorian Silver Snake Scent Bottle by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham 1897

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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
6cm (2.36")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Scent Bottle to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1185646
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC87
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A cylindrical green glass scent bottle with a sterling silver cap and an applied silver snake wrapped around the body.
RARE VICTORIAN SILVER SNAKE SCENT BOTTLE BY LEVI & SALAMAN, BIRMINGHAM 1897
Ref: SA1185646
A cylindrical green glass scent bottle with a sterling silver cap and an applied silver snake wrapped around the body.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectScent Bottles
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling silver, glass
  • ColourGreen and Silver
  • MotifsApplied serpent wrap, Domed silver cap, Gemstone set eyes
  • SizeH 6 cm (2 in) x W 1.5 cm (1 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Victorian scent bottles often feature ornate metalwork, historical revival motifs, and intricate glasswork, reflecting the material wealth and romantic sensibilities of the 19th century.

These pieces were typically crafted using blown or moulded glass combined with hallmarked sterling silver, gilt metal, or occasionally semi-precious stones for mounts and stoppers.

Authenticity is verified through clear British hallmarks indicating the assay office, makers mark, and date letter, alongside period-appropriate manufacturing techniques like hand-cut glass and acid-etched details.

They can be displayed on mirrored trays, dressing table surfaces, or open shelving alongside other small curiosities to add historical texture and metallic sheen to a room.

Silver components should be cleaned gently with a non-abrasive silver cloth avoiding contact with the glass, while the interior can be rinsed with warm water if necessary, avoiding harsh chemical immersion.
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