Antique Victorian Silver Plate Crystal Biscuit Sweets Box 19th C

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Object Description

This is an exquisite antique Victorian silver plated and engraved crystal biscuit box, circa 1860 in date.

The round lift up lid features a free standing deer finial and is fitted with a swing handle. The wonderful engraved crystal cylinder is suspended from a beaded frieze.

It is raised on tripod legs with rams head masks terminating in hoof feet.

Add a charming touch to you home with this lovely piece.

Condition:
In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.

Dimensions in cm:
Height 22 x Width 17 x Depth 17

Dimensions in inches:
Height 8.7 x Width 6.7 x Depth 6.7

J Dixon & Sons – founded 1806 in Sheffield, was one of the major British manufacturers in the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century.

They were the best-known manufacturer of Britannia metal, and also the world leader in manufacturing shooting accessories till the late Victorian era. They produced a variety of other items: from precision tools to aircraft propellors. They were particularly famous whistle makers, known for their outstanding quality. They were one of the 4 great whistle makers, the others being W Dowler & Sons, J Stevens & Son & T Yates.

Their shop was located first at Silver Street (1806), Cornish Place (1822) Sheffield .

Their registered trade mark since 1879 was a Trumpet with a Banner hanging from it. Although registered in 1879, the “Trumpet with Banner” logo was used for many years before registration and appears on many of their silver plate pieces. Besides whistles, they were one of the foremost names in silver plate and sterling tableware including silver tea services and hollowware pieces. They also made silver ware serving pieces and had a wide catalogue of patterns. Their tea sets and hollowware pieces are very valuable as antiques.

In 1915 the company sold its stock to an Italian Company and ceased manufacturing shooting accessories.

The firm continued to be a family run enterprise until 1976. Since 1976 The company was purchased and was in an American ownership.

Our reference: 09626

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Saturday
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Manor Warehouse
318 Green Lanes
London
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