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A William Comyns Victorian Novelty Miniature Silver Go-to-bed
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A William Comyns Victorian Novelty Miniature Silver Go-to-bed

19th century
For Sale by Booth Antiques
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A wonderful example of Victorian novelty silver, by the great William Comyns. This is a miniature 'go-to-bed' or chamberstick. The base is heart shaped and has an out-turned rim and rope twist handle. A charming piece for the collector of miniatures or heart shaped silver objects. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£45.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Birmingham 1891

Maker :- William Comyns.

Height :- 1.5 cms.

Width :- 3.5 cms.

Depth :- 4.7 cms.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
4.7cm (1.85")
Declaration

Booth Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Go to Bed to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1241253
Dealers Internal Reference
B631
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Description
A wonderful example of Victorian novelty silver, by the great William Comyns. This is a miniature 'go-to-bed' or chamberstick. The base is heart shaped and has an out-turned rim and rope twist handle. A charming piece for the collector of miniatures or heart shaped silver objects. Dimensions below.
fig 1. A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks.
fig 1. A William Comyns Victorian Novelty Miniature Silver Go-to-bed

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£45.00 USA (including 10% tariff)

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- Birmingham 1891

Maker :- William Comyns.

Height :- 1.5 cms.

Width :- 3.5 cms.

Depth :- 4.7 cms.

Height
1.5cm (0.59")
Width
3.5cm (1.38")
Depth
4.7cm (1.85")
Date of Manufacture

Booth Antiques has dated this Victorian Silver Go to Bed to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1241253
Dealers Internal Ref
B631
Booth Antiques
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Archive I A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks.

A William Comyns Victorian Novelty Miniature Silver Go-to-bed

Archive II A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks. View II
Archive III A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks. View III
Archive IV A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks. View IV
Archive V A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks. View V
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A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks.
A William Comyns Victorian Novelty Miniature Silver Go-to-bed
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A heart-shaped Victorian sterling silver miniature chamberstick go-to-bed featuring a central socket, a twisted wire loop handle, and visible hallmarks.
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  • ObjectMatch Holders
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHeart-shaped base, Twisted wire handle, Central socket, Stamped hallmarks
  • SizeH 1.5 cm (1 in) x W 3.5 cm (1 in) x D 4.7 cm (2 in)

This Victorian novelty miniature silver go-to-bed is a chamberstick created by William Comyns in Birmingham in 1891. Made from sterling silver with a reflective silver finish, the piece takes the form of a heart-shaped base featuring an out-turned rim, a central candle socket, and a twisted wire loop handle attached to the side. Clear and readable stamped hallmarks appear near the rim on the top surface. The construction shows smooth, polished metal surfaces without dents, splits, or losses. The piece measures 1.5 cm high, 3.5 cm wide, and 4.7 cm deep. This miniature item suits placement on a bedside table, desk, or display cabinet within a home interior, functioning as a decorative collectible for enthusiasts of antique silver and miniature objects.

FAQs

A go-to-bed is a small 19th-century novelty item designed to hold a single match or wax taper, providing just enough light for a person to navigate to bed before extinguishing itself.

These items were predominantly crafted from sterling silver, electroplated nickel silver, brass, or bronze, often featuring cast or engine-turned detailing.

Authentic pieces carry British assay office hallmarks, including the makers mark, lion passant for sterling quality, town mark, and date letter indicating the exact year of manufacture.

These small decorative pieces are suited for display on a bedside table, mantelpiece, or curated shelf alongside antique books and small curios.

Maintain silver items by gently dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and using a dedicated, non-abrasive silver polish sparingly to prevent surface wear.
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