Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
British
Appointed the Crown Jeweler in 2012, Mappin & Webb is one of the most widely recognized makers of silver and luxury goods in the world. With a roster of prestigious clients that has included six British monarchs as well as Charles Dickens, Winston Churchill and Harry Houdini, the historic firm has supplied fine jewelry and silver objects for royalty all over the globe including the Russian Imperial Household, the Siamese royal family and the Indian Maharaja.
Mappin & Webb’s origins are rooted in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield. He opened in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm.
Nearing 1860, two of the great-grandsons, eldest Sir William Mappin and youngest John Mappin, left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and was joined two years later by his brother-in-law George Webb. Webb passed away in 1868 — the same year that saw the family form Mappin & Webb Co.
Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants since then.
Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Today Mappin & Webb is among the most prominent makers of Sheffield silver in the world.
Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions.
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Creator: Mappin & Webb
Mappin & Webb Silver Plated & Ruby Glass Bee Honey Pot Circa 1950
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
Mappin & Webb Silver Plated & Ruby Glass Bee Honey Pot Circa 1960
This novelty honey pot cast as a large honey Bee with textured legs and silver plated body has a pair of hinged wing...
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1950s English Art Deco Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
English Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Reticulated Pedestal Bowl Bonbon Dish
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Pearland, TX
A beautiful English Mappin & Webb pierced silverplate pedestal dish / footed tray / compote. Maker's mark on reverse. Perfect for serving candy, bonbons, or displaying other decorati...
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Late 20th Century English Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Antique Victorian Oval Silver Plated Tray by Mappin & Webb, 19th Century
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
This is a magnificent antique English Victorian oval silver plated twin handled tray by the highly sought after silversmiths Mappin & Webb, Sheffield, circa 1880 in date.
This sp...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Silver Plated and Glass Honey Pot Bee by Mappin & Webb, England, circa 1900
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Silver Plated and Glass Honey Pot Bee by Mappin & Webb, England, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century English Art Nouveau Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Victorian Sphinx Egyptian Revival Mappin & Webb Silver Plate Biscuit Barrel Box
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elaborate figural Egyptian Revival Victorian biscuit jar made by Mappin & Webb during the 19th century. This highly stylized piece features a winged sphinx with an Egyptian head piece finial. The piece is heavily engraved and has 4 four plaques that can be personalized. The bottom edge interior and outer edge is beaded and it stands on four stylized claw feet. The bottom is stamped with an early Mappin & Webb hallmark along with W 16 and some etched handwritten numbers as well. A truly spectacular piece that would be a wonderful addition to your home.
From Mappin & Webb site:
Mappin & Webb is a true British treasure with over 240 years of tradition and historical significance in the world of silver and fine jewellery. Renowned for combining timeless craftsmanship with superior quality and contemporary design, we have produced exquisite fine jewellery, elegant silverware, watches, glassware and the unique lifestyle accessories that have long been at the heart of affluent British society.
It’s a story that began in 1775, when Jonathan Mappin opened a workshop in Sheffield. His mission was to create the most beautifully crafted silverware for British society.
Over the immediate years that followed this would see the company expand internationally, receive Royal Warrants and commissions from Monarchs around the world, and become synonymous with excellence, craftsmanship and all things truly British.
The Early Years: A Family Partnership.
Within a year the first Mappin hallmark was recorded at the assay office and in 1780 Jonathan Mappin was given the Freedom of the Cutlers Company. The ‘Cutlers Company of Hallamshire’, to give it its full title, was incorporated in 1624 to provide jurisdiction over those making cutlery near Sheffield and to promote Sheffield as a place of expertise.
The Company and Sheffield’s cutlery...
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Late 19th Century English Egyptian Revival Antique Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
English Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome 1 pint cocktail shaker in silver plate by the top-notch silversmith, Mappin & Webb of London and Sheffield.
The underside is fully marked together with the trademark "Mappin Plate...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Princess Sheffield Silver Plate Basket with Handle
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Mappin & Webb Princess Sheffield Silver Plate Basket with Handle
Offered for sale is an English Sheffield silver-plated reticulated b...
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Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate
English Silver Plated Asparagus Serving Dish, circa 1910 by Mappin and Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A stunning antique Asparagus serving set by the top notch silversmith, Mappin and Webb, marked on the underside.
The handle has a lovely Art Nouve...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Mappin and Webb Silver Plate Grape Shears and Stand
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Silver plated Mappin and Webb Princes's plate stand with grape scissor holder on a four footed grape holder base, circa 1890. Shears have a grape and vine design that are marked Mapp...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Sheffield Plate, Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People. England, Early 20th Century
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people, England, early 20th century.
Complete for 12 people.
A total of 130 pieces:
12 large knifes,...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People, England, Early 20th Century
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people. England, early 20th century.
A total of 151 pieces:
12 large knifes, 12 large forks and 12...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Art Deco Hammered Silver Plate Cocktail Shaker / Set c.1930
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A magnificent cocktail set which came to us as a set but started life on two different sides of the Atlantic; New York meets London!
The cocktail shaker was made by the top-notch ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Prince's Plate No. 71552 Grape Scissors - Antique Art Deco
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
Presenting for sale a beautifully crafted Mappin & Webb Silver Plated pair of fully working Grape Scissors
These incredibly stylish Art Deco Grape Scissors Shears with Oval handles ...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate, EPNS
Art Deco Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker by Mappin & Webb, Integral Ice Breaker
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome 1 pint cocktail shaker in silver plate by the top-notch silversmith, Mappin & Webb of London and Sheffield. This one is lucky enough to have an integral ice breaker...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Rare Silver Plated Novelty Pepper Pot by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A fabulous and rare little pepper pot or pepperette by the top-notch English silversmith, Mappin and Webb.
Of course what makes this a rare piece is the it being in the form of a ...
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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Large 1 1/2 Pint Art Deco Cocktail Shaker by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
Rarely do we come across these towering large 1 1/2 Pint shakers, particularly by such a highly regarded maker, Mappin and Webb of London and Sheffield.
Just back from our silvers...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Set of Antique Mappin & Webb Silver Plated & Gilt Washed Convertible Candelabras
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique convertible candelabras were made by the well known Mappin & Webb of England in approximately 1900 in the period Edwardian style. The candelabras are composed of...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Wine Bottle Coaster or Slide Triple Princess Plate
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Mappin & Webb wine bottle coaster or slide triple princess plate, London, made in England, walnut turned wood base with felt bottom. The coaster/wine S...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Pair English Silver Plated Cockerel Mounted Egg Stands
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish pair vintage Mappin & Webb silver plated egg stands mounted with a cockerel handle and dating from the mid 20th century. The stands have a sha...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
English Sheffield Mapping & Webb's Prince's Plate Silver Serving Piece
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Verviers, BE
English Sheffield Mapping & Webb's Prince's Plate Silver Serving Piece
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1930s English Art Nouveau Vintage Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Pair of Antique Mappin & Webb Convertible Candelabras in Corinthian Column Style
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique convertible candelabras were made by the well known Mappin & Webb of England in approximately 1920 in a Classical Greek Revival style. These candelabras are comp...
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Early 20th Century English Classical Greek Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Pair of Antique Silver Plated Hot Servers by Hudkin & Heath and Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This pair of antique silver plated heated servers were made by the English firms of Mappin & Webb and Hudkin & Heath in approximately 1920 in the period Art Deco style. The smaller r...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Pair Antique English Edwardian 5-Light Silver-Plated Candelabra, Circa 1900-1910
By Mappin & Webb
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique English Edwardian Era 5-light silver plated candelabra hallmarked "Mappin & Webb's Prince's Plate London & Sheffield", circa 1900-1910.
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
Antique Silver Plated Wine Champagne Pourer by Mappin & Webb, 19th Century
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, GB
A very good quality late Victorian silver plated wine or Champagne pourer by Mappin & Webb, circa 1880 in date.
It features an extendable handle and butterfly clip locking mechani...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
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Silver Plate
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Mappin & Webb sheffield and silverplate for sale on 1stDibs.
Mappin & Webb sheffield and silverplate are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Mappin & Webb sheffield and silverplate, although silver editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sheffield and silverplate by Mappin & Webb were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sheffield and silverplate by Walker & Hall, James Dixon & Sons, and Barker Brothers Silver Ltd.. Prices for Mappin & Webb sheffield and silverplate can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $191 and can go as high as $15,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $838.
Questions About Mappin & Webb Sheffield and Silverplate
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024Whether Mappin & Webb makes watches has evolved over time. In the late 19th century, Mappin & Webb began producing a line of timepieces. The company even supplied soldiers in the 1898 Battle of Omdurman with its acclaimed Campaign watch. After World War II, the luxury silversmith gradually phased out its watch production. Today, the company is an authorized dealer for numerous luxury watchmakers and sells these companies' timepieces in its stores. Find a variety of Mappin & Webb jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024The answer to the question of when did Watches of Switzerland buy Mappin & Webb may be a bit surprising, as it's a misconception that the latter company purchased the former. By the 1990s, the company Asprey owned both Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland. In 1998, Judith Pilkington arranged for the sale of both Mappin & Webb and Watches of Switzerland, starting a new organization. Subsequently, the two brands went through a series of owners, including the Baugur Group, Landsbanki and Apollo Global Management. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 5, 2024The history of Mappin watches began in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield, England. He opened it in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century, when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm. Two of the great-grandsons, William and John Mappin, later left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and his brother-in-law George Webb joined him two years later. Webb died in 1868 — the same year the family formed Mappin & Webb Co. Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants ever since. Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the 1898 Battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Later in the 20th century, Mappin & Webb moved away from manufacturing its own watches and instead focused on carrying luxury timepieces from other makers in its stores. Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Mappin & Webb jewelry.
- What did Philip Webb make?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Philip Webb made furniture, as well as stained glass, wallpapers and tapestries. He was also a well-known architect, and the country homes he designed throughout England helped to define the style of the Arts and Crafts Movement. You'll find a range of Philip Webb furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify David Webb jewelry, search the piece carefully for a maker's mark. The luxury jewelry maker stamps its pieces with the word "Webb." By comparing your piece to pictures shared on trusted online resources, you can then determine when your piece was produced, find out its name and learn further information. David Webb also offers an authentication service, though there is a fee to use it. Information about how to request an authentication is available on the brand's official website. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of David Webb jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify Thomas Webb glass, flip the item over and look for a maker's marking. Most pieces feature either a sandblasted or acid-etched hallmark. Over the maker's long history, Thomas Webb employed many different markings. Some simply say “Webb,” while others read “Thos Webb” or “Thomas Webb.” You can find images of the markings on trusted online resources and compare them to the marks on your piece to determine if it's a Thomas Webb and approximately when it may have been made. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also help you identify the items. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of Thomas Webb glass.
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