How do I use antique salt cellars today?

Open salt cellars make charming table accessories for serving flaky sea salt or individual portions during dinner parties. Guests use small salt spoons or clean pinches to season their food directly. They also function well on dressing tables for holding small items like rings or pins when not in use on the dining table.

Are glass liners original to the salts?

Original glass liners fit snugly into the silver framework and match the period characteristics of the cut or coloured glass from that era. Cobalt blue and cranberry glass inserts are particularly common in Victorian and Edwardian examples. Replacements do occur frequently due to accidental breakage over the decades, so checking the fit against the rim is standard practice.

How should I clean sterling silver condiments?

Gentle washing with warm water and mild washing-up liquid removes daily dust and preserves the underlying metal. Soft cloths prevent scratching during routine maintenance. Harsh chemical dips strip away desirable aged patination and can damage vulnerable glass inserts or enamel work if liquid seeps underneath.

What is a novelty condiment set?

Novelty sets take whimsical shapes inspired by animals, farmyard creatures or historical objects like Scottish quaichs while retaining a functional purpose. Birds, chicks and swans with hinged wings conceal the condiment containers within their bodies. Silversmiths produced these playful items largely during the Victorian and Edwardian periods to amuse diners at formal meals.

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Silver condiment cellars bring the refinement of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian dining tables into modern homes through small, beautifully crafted tableware.

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1900 - 1920

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Pair of Antique Georgian Silver Salts 1738 - Edward Wood

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1900 - 1920

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Quality Antique Silver Plated Six Bottle Cruet Set

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Antique George V Silver Cruet Set William Neale & Son 1934.

1920 - 1940

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Antique George V Silver Cruet Set William Neale & Son 1934.

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1920 - 1940

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Spanish Silver Swan Salt

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