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1909 Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Menu / Card Holders
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive set of four antique Edwardian English sterling silver menu / card holders, boxed, an addition to our diverse dining silverware collection.
These exceptional and rare antique Edwardian cast sterling silver menu/card holders have a circular rounded form.
These antique silver holders are embellished with cast fox head design, ornamented with details reproducing the fine definition of each fox's fur and anatomical features.
The fox motifs are further embellished with impressive cabochon gem set eyes.
The filled bases of each menu/card holder feature a leatherette covering.
These impressive set of antique menu holders are fitted to the original hinged leatherette box with satin and velvet lined interior, secured with a push fit catch.
These highly desirable examples of hunting related silverware were crafted by the renowned London silversmiths Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd and are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire.
Condition
These antique silver menu holders are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
The cast decoration to each piece is very sharp.
There are some minor blemishes to the interior cover of the original box, however it can be considered to be in presentation condition in keeping with age.
Full hallmarks struck to the surface of each base are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these pieces of antique silverware.
Dimensions
Diameter 5.5cm/2.2"
Height 2.8cm/1.1"
Weight
7.9 troy ounces/247g
Maker: Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd
Date: 1909
Origin: Chester, England.
- Attributed to:Sampson Mordan & Co. (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 1.1 in (2.8 cm)Diameter: 2.2 in (5.59 cm)
- Style:Edwardian (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1900-1909
- Date of Manufacture:1909
- Condition:Please see main description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
- Reference Number:
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