English Set of 4 Sterling Silver Salts & Spoons HJ Lias & Son, 19th Century

View Similar Items

Antique English Mappin & Webb Sterling Silver Salts & Spoons Set in Case 1886

Set of Six 19th Century Gorham Sterling Silver Tea Spoons

John Lias Georgian English Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Spoon

Late 19th Century Set of Five Sterling Silver Dessert Spoons by Gorham

19th Century S. Kirk & Son Repoussé Sterling Silver Salver

Set of Six 19th Century Coin Silver Spoons

19th Century Set of 4 Sterling Silver Berry Spoons, P. & W. Bateman 1809-11

Antique English Sterling Silver Cruet Set, 19th Century

Silver Spoon, 19th Century

Pair of English Victorian 19th Century Silver Serving Spoons with Glass Handles

Magnificent Lot of Two Sprinkling Spoons, 19th Century, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pierced Mustard Pot and Spoon, English 19th C. 1845 and 1800

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 21

English Set of 4 Sterling Silver Salts & Spoons HJ Lias & Son, 19th Century

About the Item

This is a truly striking and rare antique Victorian cased set of four luxury sterling silver salt cellars with spoons, bearing the makers mark HL over HL for H J Lias & Sons, and hallmarks for 1875. Each salt cellar is a charming round shape with gilt wash interior and engraved with a foliate band, the rims, feet and spoons with beaded detail. It is housed in a sumptuous leather shaped circular box with purple silk and velvet lining. This set would definitely enhance your dining experience as well as make a beautiful gift. Condition: These handsome salts are in really excellent condition. Please see photos for confirmation of condition. Dimensions in cm: Height 6 x width 18 x depth 19 Weight 4.7 troy oz Dimensions in inches: Height 2.4 x width 7.1 x depth 7.5 Weight 0.15 kg Salt As far back as 6050 BC, salt has been an important and integral part of the world’s history, as it has been interwoven into countless civilizations. Used as a part of Egyptian religious offerings and valuable trade between the Phoenicians and their Mediterranean empire, salt and history have been inextricably intertwined for millennia, with great importance placed on salt by many different cultures. Even today, the history of salt touches our daily lives. The word salary was derived from the word salt. Salt was highly valued and its production was legally restricted in ancient times, so it was historically used as a method of trade and currency. The word salad also originated from “salt,” and began with the early Romans salting their leafy greens and vegetables. Undeniably, the history of salt is both broad and unique, leaving its indelible mark in cultures across the globe. Henry John Lias & Henry John Lias The origins go back to 1791, when John Lias began in business as a buckle-maker. In 1818 he took as his partner his son Henry Lias I and they were joined from 1823-1837 by another son, Charles. Henry Lias I and his son Henry Lias II were partners from 1850. In 1879 Henry Lias II formed a firm with James Wakely. In 1884 the firm consisted of James Wakely and Frank Wheeler, becoming Wakely & Wheeler in 1909. In 1957 the business was acquired by Padgett & Braham Ltd.

Dimensions:
Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 7.09 in (18 cm)Depth: 7.49 in (19 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 4
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1870-1879
Date of Manufacture:
1875
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: A1571b1stDibs: LU950621735592