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Victorian 1879 Sterling Silver Novelty Pepper Shaker

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A fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian English sterling silver novelty pepper shaker; an addition to our diverse silverware collection. This fine antique Victorian sterling silver novelty pepper has a plain ovoid shaped form. The body of the pepper is embellished with impressive chased decoration depicting a cracked egg shell with a boy’s face and hands to the anterior surface and his feet and buttocks to the reverse. The body has pierced 'pepper' holes in a hexagram formation to the upper portion. This pepper retains the original fully hallmarked screw fit weighted base; which when unscrewed provides access to permit the pot to be filled. This novelty pepper is a fine example of its type. Dimensions Height 5.3 cm / 2.1" Diameter of body 3.7 cm / 1.4" Weight An accurate weight of silver cannot be provided as this pepper has a weighted base Condition This antique pepper is an exceptional gauge of silver, fine quality and in exceptional condition. The pepper has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The chased decoration is very sharp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body and base, and part hallmarks to the interior of the base are all very clear. Maker: Edward H Stockwell Origin: London, England Date: 1879 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photography may detract from the true representation of this piece of Victorian silverware.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.1 in (5.34 cm)Diameter: 1.4 in (3.56 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1879
  • Condition:
    This pepper is an exceptional gauge of silver, fine quality and in exceptional condition. The pepper has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The decoration is sharp. Full hallmarks and part hallmarks are all very clear.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A23671stDibs: LU1200213460622

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