What is a trinket dish used for?

These small vessels serve to collect everyday items such as rings, pins, and small pill boxes on a dressing table or desk. Their shallow form keeps loose accessories contained and easily accessible. Historically, they formed part of larger vanity sets used during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Today, they function equally well for modern daily use or as decorative cabinet pieces.

How do I clean sterling silver dishes?

Maintenance requires a soft cloth and a reputable silver polish formulated to remove tarnish without abrading the metal surface. Gentle washing in warm soapy water afterwards removes residual polish from crevices and engraved lines. Avoid abrasive pads or harsh chemical dips, which can strip away the aged patina and damage delicate chased or pierced details. Regular handling often helps maintain a natural shine on high points.

How do I date an antique silver dish?

Dating relies primarily on the official hallmarks stamped into the metal by the assay office, which include specific letters corresponding to the year of manufacture. Stylistic clues such as Art Nouveau curves or Edwardian ribbon motifs also point toward specific decades. Comparing the maker's mark against historical registry records provides a precise attribution for the workshop or silversmith responsible. Hallmarks remain the most reliable method for establishing an exact date.

Are these dishes made of solid silver?

Yes, all items listed under this heading are fabricated from solid sterling silver rather than plated base metals. This ensures the metal retains its intrinsic value and durability over generations of use. Assay Office marks guarantee this silver content, providing official assurance that the piece meets the statutory purity standard. Solid construction allows the metal to be polished repeatedly without wearing through to another material.

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A sterling silver trinket dish keeps dressing table essentials tidy while bringing tactile metalwork to daily routines.

Large Antique English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Tray - Reynold's Angels - 1907

1900 - 1920

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Large Antique English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Tray - Reynold's Angels - 1907

From Puckerings

£1,200

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1900 - 1920

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Antique English Sterling Silver Pot Pourri Box by William Comyns

From Puckerings

£595

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silver

1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Sterling Silver Card Tray by Robert Pringle & Sons, London 1904

From Ritas Bazaar

£600

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

19th century

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A Silver Miniature Sweatmeat Basket

From Anthemion Antiques and Interiors

£465

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1900 - 1920

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An Attractive Silver & Tortoiseshell Trinket Box

From Andrew Cox Antiques

£195

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1940 - 1960

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A Set of 4 Norwegian Silver & Enamel Pin/trinket Dishes

From Jeff Sims Antiques

£295

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

19th century

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Antique Silver Bon Bon Dish London 1892

From Treehouse Antiques

£265

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1900 - 1920

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Antique Silver Pin Dish Birmingham 1903

From Treehouse Antiques

£110

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

19th century

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Pair of Victorian William Comyns Sterling Silver Dishes

From Piers Rankin Antique Silver

£425

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

19th century

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Victorian Silver Bonbon Dish

From In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

£175

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Listings feature sterling silver pieces spanning the Victorian, Edwardian, and George V periods, incorporating Art Nouveau styles alongside traditional forms.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver 'Heart' Trinket Box 1900

From Robert Bush Antiques

£325

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silver

1900 - 1920

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Edwardian Antique Scottish Silver and Citrene Trinket Box, Edinburgh 1904.

From Highland Antiques Ltd

£1,895

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

19th century

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Victorian Silver Box with Gilt Lining Birmingham 1897 a & J Zimmerman Ltd

From Woodbridge Antiques

£395

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1900 - 1920

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Antique Silver Bonbon Dish 1923

From Silver Antiques Online

£165

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1900 - 1920

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Delightful Silver Lidded Enamelled Cranberry Glass Trinket Box, Birmingham 1922

From Julie Cartwright Antiques

£165

3+ MONTHS AGO

silver

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Heart' Trinket Box 1910

From Robert Bush Antiques

£245

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Sterling Silver Trinket Dish

Large Antique English Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Tray - Reynold's Angels - 1907

Antique English Sterling Silver Pot Pourri Box by William Comyns

Edwardian Sterling Silver Card Tray by Robert Pringle & Sons, London 1904

A Silver Miniature Sweatmeat Basket

An Attractive Silver & Tortoiseshell Trinket Box

A Set of 4 Norwegian Silver & Enamel Pin/trinket Dishes

Antique Silver Bon Bon Dish London 1892

Antique Silver Pin Dish Birmingham 1903

Pair of Victorian William Comyns Sterling Silver Dishes

Victorian Silver Bonbon Dish

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver 'Heart' Trinket Box 1900

Edwardian Antique Scottish Silver and Citrene Trinket Box, Edinburgh 1904.

Victorian Silver Box with Gilt Lining Birmingham 1897 a & J Zimmerman Ltd

Antique Silver Bonbon Dish 1923

Delightful Silver Lidded Enamelled Cranberry Glass Trinket Box, Birmingham 1922

Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver 'Heart' Trinket Box 1910

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