Art Deco Antique Sterling Silver Three Piece Christening Set

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver christening set in the Art Deco style, boxed; an addition to our collection of silver christening gifts. This exceptional antique George VI sterling silver christening set consists of a napkin ring, an egg cup and a spoon. The surfaces of the napkin ring and egg cup are plain and embellished with applied crown motifs incorporating the date ‘1937’ and initials ‘GVI’*. The plain rounded egg cup is ornamented with an elongated indented border to the pedestal and is supported by a stepped octagonal foot, all in the Art Deco style. The napkin ring has a plain quadrilateral shaped form with a convex curved anterior surface, bearing the aforementioned motif. The spoon is embellished with the engraved initials ‘GVI’ amidst collared bands to the stem and features an impressive crown shaped terminal. The reverse surface of the spoon is plain and features a tapering heel to the bowl. The pieces of this antique Art Deco style christening set are fitted to the original hinged leatherette box with satin and velvet lined interior, secured with a push fit catch. The anterior maroon leatherette surface of the box cover is embellished with a central cream panel encompassed with a gold scrolling border and accented with the royal cypher depicting ‘GVIR, 1937’ below the royal coronet. The interior of the cover bears the retailer’s mark ‘By appointment to H.M The King, The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd, 112 Regent Street, London, W.1’. This impressive christening set was crafted by the renowned and highly collectable silversmith Robert Edgar Stone; the posterior surface of the napkin ring bears R. E. Stone’s signature in addition to the full hallmarks. Each component of this set will have been crafted in the same year but due to the hallmarking system the egg cup and napkin ring are struck with the date letter ‘b’ and the spoon bears ‘a’. This set was crafted to commemorate the coronation of George VI (1895-1952), which took place at Westminster Abbey in London on 12th May 1937 Condition This antique christening...

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco photograph frame; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver photograph frame has a plain quadrilateral form with an offset rectangular internal window, all in the Art Deco style. The broad border of this antique silver photograph frame is embellished with panels of impressive engine turned decoration, incorporating a vacant cartouche to the lower edge. This Art Deco silver photo frame retains the original oakwood back and hinged strut, secured with two pin catches. This antique frame is inset with a removable glass panel. Condition This antique Art Deco silver photo frame is an exceptional gauge of silver and exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The silver frame and oak wood back are in presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the rim are all very clear. Dimensions Height 25.3cm/10" Width 20.3cm/8" Height of internal window 20cm/7.9" Width of internal window 14.7cm/5.8" Maker: Sanders & Mackenzie (E Sanders & H Mackenzie) Date: 1924 Origin: Birmingham, England 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 silver photo frame.

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George VI English sterling silver christening mug made by R. E. Stone; an addition to our 20th century silverware collection. This exceptional antique George VI sterling silver mug has a plain oval tapering, flared form onto an oval spreading foot. The surface of this sterling silver christening mug is plain and has a subtle planished finish. This fine example of antique silverware is fitted with a cast sterling silver handle, accented with an incurved handpiece, in addition to ribbed designs. This impressive 1930s silver mug was crafted by the renowned and highly collectable silversmith Robert Edgar Stone; the underside of the mug bears R. E. Stone's signature in addition to the full hallmarks. Such signed examples are highly desirable. Condition This antique silver christening mug...

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