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Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Wax Jack
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver wax jack; an addition of our ornamental silverware collection.
This exceptional antique Victorian Scottish sterling silver wax jack has a circular shaped form.
The wax jack has a plain central column surmounted with a tapering capital comprised of a cast sterling silver sprung hinged wick trimmer, accented with an inset circular taper holder to the centre of the blades.
This scissor component is embellished with cast scrolling leaf designs.
The lower portion of the wax jack features a circular base accented with engraved scrolling leaf decoration.
The wax jack is fitted with a wax coil.
This exceptional Scottish silver candle holder was crafted by the Cupar silversmith David Duncan.
An antique wax jack candle holder is a unique and historically significant gift, ideal for those who appreciate antiques and heritage. Introduced in the 1700s as a practical tool for sealing letters, it embodies tradition, refinement, and timeless elegance. Perfect for milestone birthdays, it appeals to history enthusiasts, writers and collectors of antique lighting and desk accessories.
Condition
This antique wax jack candle holder is an excellent gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition.
The cast decoration is all very sharp and the engraved decoration is very crisp.
The duty, maker and Scottish sterling standard hallmarks struck to scissor handle/nips are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware.
Dimensions
Height 15.7cm/6.18'
Diameter of base 7.8cm/3.07'
Length from back of handle to rim of base 9.4cm/3.7'
Length from back of handle to tip of drip pan 10.9cm/4.29'
Weight
4.9 troy ounces/152.9g (including wax coil)
Maker: David Duncan
Date: Circa 1850
Origin: Scotland
SKU: C9080
- Creator:David Duncan (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.18 in (15.7 cm)Width: 3.07 in (7.8 cm)Depth: 4.29 in (10.9 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1850
- Condition:Please see description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: C90801stDibs: LU1200243571202
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