English Sterling Silver Place Card Holder, Victorian Era, 1894

English Sterling Silver Place Card Holder, Victorian Era, 1894About This Piece An antique English Victorian sterling silver place card holder, hallmarked 1894. The holder features a floral wreath with a bow set on a rectangular base with gadrooned edges, and bears a family crest with an antelopes head. Designed with a slight lean away from the guest, it is ideal for place cards or small menus note that a large menu may lose effect at the angle. Hallmarks & Provenance English sterling silver. Marked with the Lion

About This Piece

An antique English Victorian sterling silver place card holder, hallmarked 1894. The holder features a floral wreath with a bow set on a rectangular base with gadrooned edges, and bears a family crest with an antelope’s head. Designed with a slight lean away from the guest, it is ideal for place cards or small menus — note that a large menu may lose effect at the angle.

Hallmarks & Provenance

English sterling silver. Marked with the Lion Passant for sterling, Sheffield assay mark, date letter "b" for 1894, and maker’s mark J D & S for James Dixon and Sons.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Sheffield, England
• Date: 1894 (Victorian era)
• Maker: James Dixon and Sons (J D & S)
• Assay: Sheffield
• Material: Sterling silver
• Height: 2⅞"
• Base: 2½" x 1¾"
• Weight: 42 grams

Condition

Very good antique condition. Tiny surface scratches on the flat area of the base. Please note: spots visible on the right side of the base in photos are reflections from items near the photo tent, not damage.

Shipping & Handling

• 1–2 days packing time; ships via USPS Priority Mail
• Complimentary shipping within the US
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