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Bell Shaped Copeland China and Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel
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Bell Shaped Copeland China and Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel

19th century
Sold 16 June 2026 · Piers Rankin Antique Silver
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Description

A rare and unusual Copeland China and silver plated biscuit barrel. Bell shaped with a push button hinged lid and a vacant cartouche. The body has a very pretty floral pattern around the body and is in very good re silver plated condition and a diamond registration mark.

Maker: Copeland China, England

Date: Circa 1885

Height

Width of Base: 17.8cm (7")

Weight: 1578g

Physical Dimensions
Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
11.4cm (4.49")
Declaration

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Copeland China Biscuit Barrel to the 1880s.

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SA1188636
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SBOX-P71913
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A rare and unusual Copeland China and silver plated biscuit barrel. Bell shaped with a push button hinged lid and a vacant cartouche.
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The body has a very pretty floral pattern around the body and is in very good re silver plated condition and a diamond registration mark.
Piers Rankin Antique Silver

Maker: Copeland China, England

Date: Circa 1885

Height

Width of Base: 17.8cm (7")

Weight: 1578g

Height
17.8cm (7.01")
Width
11.4cm (4.49")
Date of Manufacture

Piers Rankin Antique Silver has dated this Copeland China Biscuit Barrel to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1188636
Dealers Internal Ref
SBOX-P71913
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Piers Rankin Antique Silver
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017

Piers rankin antique silver is a premier silver dealer est. Over 35 years. Dealing with trade and private clients. Worldwide shipping.

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A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. SOLD16 JUN 26
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Archive I A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. SOLD16 JUN 26

Bell Shaped Copeland China and Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel

Archive II A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. View II
Archive III A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. View III
Archive IV A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. View IV
Archive V A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. View V
Archive VI A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle. View VI
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Gloucestershire
GL54 1AA
United Kingdom
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A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle.
Bell Shaped Copeland China and Silver Plated Biscuit Barrel
Ref: SA1188636
A bell-shaped Copeland china biscuit barrel featuring an Imari floral pattern, mounted with silver-plated hardware and an upright handle.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectBiscuit Barrel
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialPorcelain, Silver-plated metal
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsFloral scrollwork, Imari palette, Bell-shaped body, Swing handle
  • SizeH 17.8 cm (7 in) x W 11.4 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Biscuit barrels became popular during the Victorian era as dining habits shifted towards formal afternoon teas and after-dinner socialising, requiring dedicated airtight containers to keep delicate baked goods fresh.

These pieces typically combined fine bone china, porcelain, or earthenware bodies with electroplated nickel silver (EPNS) mounts, hinged lids, and swing handles for durability and elegance.

Authenticity is usually verified through impressed or printed ceramic backstamps specific to the Copeland factory, often accompanied by registration numbers and hallmarks or manufacturer marks on the silver-plated metalwork.

Such decorative vessels function well as focal points on open shelving, sideboards, or coffee tables, bringing texture, heritage colour, and traditional craftsmanship into contemporary spaces.

To preserve both the glaze and metalwork, clean the ceramic body with mild soapy water and a soft cloth, and treat the silver plate sparingly with non-abrasive silver polish to prevent damage to applied finishes.
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