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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Owl Pepperettes
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare set of antique English cast sterling silver pepperettes / peppers modelled in the form of owls; an addition to our collectable silver collection
These exceptional antique Victorian cast sterling silver peppers are realistically modelled in the form of owls/owlets, graduating in size.
These silver shakers have been embellished with embossed decoration reproducing the details of the birds' plumage and anatomical features.
Each of the silver owls retains the original, hallmarked push fit cover/head ornamented to the upper portion with pierced 'pepper' holes.
The cover of these sterling silver owl shakers are further ornamented with the original bead eyes; each piece bears a different colour pair of eyes.
Condition
These antique sterling silver owl shakers are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The embossed decoration is very sharp.
Full hallmarks struck to the underside of each owl and part hallmarks to the covers are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these pieces of antique silverware.
Dimensions
Large
Length from back of tail to tip of beak 4.6 cm / 1.8"
Width 4.1 cm/ 1.6"
Height 12 cm/ 4.7"
Medium
Length from back of tail to tip of beak 3.9 cm/ 1.5"
Width 3.5 cm/ 1.4"
Height 8.8 cm/ 3.5"
Small
Length from back of tail to tip of beak 3.3 cm/ 1.3"
Width 2.8 cm/ 1.1"
Height 7.5 cm/ 3"
Total Weight
6.3 troy ounces/196g
Maker: George Unite & Sons
Date: 1880
Origin: Birmingham, England.
- Creator:George Unite & Sons (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 4.7 in (11.94 cm)Width: 1.6 in (4.07 cm)Depth: 1.6 in (4.07 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Please see main description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:
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