Antique Old Sheffield : A large silver plated Butlers Tray with fine chased decoration A superb large antique Old Sheffield (Fused / Rolled Plate ) Butlers Tray of  More »

Antique Old Sheffield : A large silver plated Butlers Tray with fine chased decoration A superb large antique Old Sheffield (Fused / Rolled Plate ) Butlers Tray of good proportions having fine chasing to the central panel ( and the initials B D to the centre ). Moulded border and stood on four pierced scroll legs - a lovely quality item. We are calling this Old Sheffield because of the turn over on the back (please see image carefully and decide yourself). The back is also tin or similar lined which we have never seen on Trays before. If anyone knows of a scource for similar produced pieces please let us know Good Antique Condition - slight signs on use commensurate with age as expected 25.5 inches (65cm) width X 15.75 inches (40cm) depth X 2 inches (5.5cm) height approx Circa pre 1850 Nearly 4 kilos unpacked Pick up welcome NW6 / London - We always refund excess shipping automatically (less Ebays stealth 10% recent Shipping Charge) - We are happy to package the item before purchase and provide an accurate shipping price   « Less

Silver Plate : An extraordinary large plated Salver on 3 lion paw and ball legs An attractive and extraordinarily large Salve / Serving Tray having pressed Moorish type  More »

Silver Plate : An extraordinary large plated Salver on 3 lion paw and ball legs An attractive and extraordinarily large Salve / Serving Tray having pressed Moorish type decoration with beaded edge and stood on three lion paw and ball legs Good Vintage Condition with light signs of use commensurate with age Probably Circa 1st half 20th century 16 inches (40.5cm) dia Nearly 1.5 kilos unpacked -   « Less

Antique Silve Plate : A very attractive Victorian Claret Jug with wrythen cut body A very attractive Victorian Silver Plate Clate Jug having a wrythen cut glass body  More »

Antique Silve Plate : A very attractive Victorian Claret Jug with wrythen cut body A very attractive Victorian Silver Plate Clate Jug having a wrythen cut glass body and slice cut neck - polished base Good Antique Condition - silver plate a bit thin (mentioned for accuracy) and wear to the inside of the lid (please see image) Circa: 19th century 9.75 inches (25cm) height approx A lovely quality Claret Jug   « Less

An extremely fine and rare Old Sheffield Plate dish or potato ring dating to circa 1780.Pierced and chased with eagle,stag hare and fox,with stiff foliage,flowers and c  More »

An extremely fine and rare Old Sheffield Plate dish or potato ring dating to circa 1780.Pierced and chased with eagle,stag hare and fox,with stiff foliage,flowers and c scrolls.Interior blue glass liner which is undamaged.The dish ring itself is in good condition with no damage or repair.Measuring 25 cms or 10 inches in diameter.Price quoted includes free tracked,insured and signed for worldwide shipping.   « Less

A charming and rare novelty antique 19th century honeypot formed as a beehive by the renowned Sheffield makers of James Dixon and Sons.With undamaged clear glass interior  More »

A charming and rare novelty antique 19th century honeypot formed as a beehive by the renowned Sheffield makers of James Dixon and Sons.With undamaged clear glass interior liner and lid with finial.In good condition with no damage or repair this is a lovely antique piece dating to circa 1890.Measuring 11 cms or 4 and a half inches in height.Price quoted includes free tracked,insured and signed for worldwide shipping.   « Less

A fine and rare pair of antique 18th century Georgian Old Sheffield Plate candelabra dating to circa 1780.With inverted tapering shafts,trumpet shaped capitals and having  More »

A fine and rare pair of antique 18th century Georgian Old Sheffield Plate candelabra dating to circa 1780.With inverted tapering shafts,trumpet shaped capitals and having Armorial Crests to both candlesticks on the circular base.Old 19th century repairs to base of both shafts and base of one of the branches or arms.Do not be put off however the repairs do not detract from the overall look of the candelabra,they have a highly polished antique patina and virtually no plate loss except for the minor even wear or (bleeding) to plate on the areas of high relief,the look so desired by collectors of Old Sheffield Plate the world over.These are rare and early pieces dating as they do from about 1780.Pairs of 18th century candelabra in Old Sheffield Plate are rare with most dating from the early 19th century,usually about 1820 or so.Standing 17 inches high.Price quoted includes free tracked,insured and signed for worldwide shipping.   « Less

Antique Silver Plate : A pair Victorian cast Moorish Design Elkington Candlesticks A magnificent pair of Victorian cast silver plate Moorish Design Candlesticks by the  More »

Antique Silver Plate : A pair Victorian cast Moorish Design Elkington Candlesticks A magnificent pair of Victorian cast silver plate Moorish Design Candlesticks by the renown silversmith Elkington & Co. An identical pair of Candlesticks is currently on display in the Silver Galleries of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London 10.25 inches (26cm) height approx Circa : 1854 About as good as they get and by the creme de la creme of English silversmith's; Elkington & Co. Beautifully cast and unusually with cast bases rather than the usual filled or weighted base, these are solid and nice and heavy, standing well. The sticks are further enhanced with beautifully shaped bases and removable sconces/drip pans. Each has a full mark for Elkington and being Elkington lucky enough to include a date letter, these dates this pair (Gothic P inside a diamond shaped lozenge). Superb in every way and in excellent condition Bio Elkington & Co. was a silver manufacturer from Birmingham, England. It was founded by George Richards Elkington and his brother, Henry Elkington, in the 1830s. It operated under the name G. R. Elkington & Co. until 1842, when a third partner, Josiah Mason, joined the firm. It operated as Elkington, Mason, & Co. until 1861, when the partnership with Mason was terminated. The firm operated independently as Elkington & Co. from 1861 until 1963. It was then taken over by British Silverware, Ltd.. In 1971 British Silverware, Ltd. became a subsidiary of Delta Metal Co. Ltd.[1] Over the course of history it became very successful and was one of the prime producers of silver plating. Elkington received various royal warrants of appointments. One of their most famous pieces is the electrotype copy of the Jerningham Wine Cooler, at the Victoria & Albert Museum. References[edit] Lomas, Elizabeth (2001). Guide to the Archive of Art and Design, Victoria & Albert Museum. Taylor and Francis. p. 81. ISBN 978-1-57958-315-6. Further reading[edit] Simon, Jacob (February 2011). "British bronze sculpture founders and plaster figure makers, 1800-1980 - E". National Portrait Gallery.Extensive discussion of Elkington & Co..  Media related to Elkington & Co. at Wikimedia Commons   « Less

Sterling Silver Plated Dish - This nicely polished plated silver dish is a great size to display so many things in around the house. It is on a slightly raised pedestal  More »

Sterling Silver Plated Dish - This nicely polished plated silver dish is a great size to display so many things in around the house. It is on a slightly raised pedestal measuring 2" high. Dish measuring: Radius 5-3/4"   « Less

6 antique Persian 84 silver plates with matching bowls, showcasing Persian qalam zani artwork, plus watermark. Every part of the scalloped bowl features hand chased beautiful  More »

6 antique Persian 84 silver plates with matching bowls, showcasing Persian qalam zani artwork, plus watermark. Every part of the scalloped bowl features hand chased beautiful designs. The borders are decorated with tiny flowers.The plate’s design is similar to a Persian carpet – flowers and arabesque motifs - including the medallion in the middle. Dimensions: Plate: 6.5”x6.5” Bowl: 2.5” tall, 4.5” wide Plate: 150g Bowl: 132g   « Less

Antique Irish Treen Ale Jug: A superior & substantial coopered Jug C.19thC A superior and substantial very fine quality coopered Ale Jug made for the Irish market having  More »

Antique Irish Treen Ale Jug: A superior & substantial coopered Jug C.19thC A superior and substantial very fine quality coopered Ale Jug made for the Irish market having silver plated bands, unusually mounted diagonally engraved with birds, butterflies and flora, also having an acorn finial and an incredible well detailed Bacchus Mask spout. The inside ceramic insulator looking as if unused and bearing both the Irish retailers shield for Austin of Dublin and the makers marks for John Grinsell & Sons, Birmingham. Good Antique Condition with wear to the silver plate and usual shrinkage at two of the staves leaving small gaps which is usual to find - please view images Reflections and polish in images Circa: 1870-80's This is a large heavy, substantial and extraordinary item weighing 3 kilos unpackaged - pick up welcome NW6/London 11 inches (28.5cm) height approx X 6.75 inches (17cm) dia approx MARKS - HALLMARKS - HISTORY A business established in Birmingham before 1864 as Grinsell & Bourne. When the partnership was dissolved (1871), John Grinsell started a new business with his sons (Thomas Bywater Grinsell, James Erazmus Grinsell, Lorenzo Grinsell and Joseph Charles Grinsell) as John Grinsell & Sons. The firm was active at Victoria Works, 57 Tower Street, St. George's, Birmingham. Show rooms were opened at 13 Charterhouse Street, Holborn Circus, London and 73 West Nile Street, Glasgow. In 1905c. the firm was converted to John Grinsell & Sons Ltd. Later the firm was purchased by Barker Ellis & Co Ltd. The trade mark "Cupid standing on a scroll" was registered in 1879. The firm was specialized in the manufacture of silver-mounted glass or stoneware items. CHRONOLOGY Grinsell & Bourne c. 1864 - 1871 John Grinsell & Sons 1871 - 1905 John Grinsell & Sons Ltd 1905 - c. 1920   « Less