Sterling Silver and Glass Communion Set by Reid & Sons, Antique George V

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Sterling Silver and Glass Communion Set by Reid & Sons, Antique George V

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver and glass communion set made by Reid & Sons; an addition to our diverse religious silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver communion set consists of a chalice, paten, spoon, pyx and two wine phials/bottles. The surface of each piece is plain and unembellished. The chalice has a circular rounded form onto a knopped pedestal and hexafoil shaped spreading foot. The interior of the chalice retains the original gilding. The paten has a plain circular form with a central circular well. The impressive pyx (wafer container) retains the original hallmarked push fit cover and gilded interior; this box accommodates two communion wafers. The original sterling silver spoon is ornamented with a ball terminal surmounted with a cross pattee* design in addition to the original gilded bowl. Each bottle is fitted with the original push fit stopper surmounted with a hallmarked cross design matching that to the spoon. The communion set is fitted to the original hinged leatherette box with velvet and satin interior, which secures with a push fit catch. The box is embellished with the original applied silver rectangular cartouche displaying the contemporary engraved inscription: 'Presented to, The Revd N.A.Walton, L.T.H, Curate of the Parish of S Augustin, Alston, Decbr 1912 to July 1915, by Parishoners and the Choir as a token of esteem. 19th Octbr 1915.' The interior of the box bears the retailer's mark 'Reid & Sons, Goldsmiths & Jewellerys, to the Queen & Prince of Wales, Newcastle Upon Tyne' The chalice, paten and pyx were crafted by the collectable and renowned silversmiths Reid & Sons in 1911. The cross bearing components, the communion spoon and bottle stoppers, were crafted in the same year by the Ecclesiastical silver specialist Frederick Dendy Wray; this was often the case to ensure the high quality of such a presentation set. Extensive antique communion sets, such as this, are quite uncommon and difficult to locate. * A cross pattee (pattée, patty) is also known as a cross formée. Dimensions Chalice Diameter 5.3cm/2.1" Diameter of base 6.4cm/2.5" Height 9.5cm/3.7" Bottles Diameter 4.5cm/1.8" Height to top of finial 12.3cm/4.8" Pyx Diameter 4.2cm/1.7" Height 1.6cm/0.6" Plate Diameter 8.9cm/3.5" Spoon Length 11.2cm/4.4" Total Weight 5.3 troy ounces/165g (excluding glass components) Maker: Reid & Sons Origin: London, England Date: 1911 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware. SKU: A4007

Creator:
Reid & Sons 1 (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 4.8 in (12.2 cm)Diameter: 3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 7
Materials and Techniques:
Glass,Silver,Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1910-1919
Date of Manufacture:
1911
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. This antique communion set is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The carry case/box is in exceptional presentation condition, in keeping with age age. Full hallmarks are all very clear.
Seller Location:
Jesmond, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: A40071stDibs: LU120023586602