I.Franks is pleased to offer a fine range of antique sterling silver Novelties from the Elizabeth II period. All of our antique, Elizabeth II silver Novelties can be purchased online, or from our shop in the London Silver Vaults and come with a certificate of authenticity, guaranteed by our membership of LAPADA. Please click on an image of any of the Elizabeth II Novelties to see a larger picture.
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Hallmarked in London in 2000, this charming, Sterling Silver Pepper Pot, is fashioned as a dog wearing a hat and collar. The pepper pot measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 2"(5cm) wide, by 1"(2.5cm) deep, and weighs 4.8 troy ounces.
£495
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1971 by Bishtons Ltd., this delightful, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Toast Rack, is modelled as a swan, and will hold 4 pieces of toast. The toast rack measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 4.75"(12cm) wide, by 1.75"(4.5cm) deep and weighs 3.6 troy ounces.
£695
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 2000 by Thistle & Bee, this charming, Novelty Sterling Silver Sugar & Cream Set, is modelled to resemble a large agricultural cream jug and sugar bag with a shovel shaped serving spoon. The cream jug measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) from handle to spout, the sugar bowl measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 2.5"(6.5cm) wide, and the sugar spoon measures 3.5"(9cm) in length. The set together weighs 7.6 troy ounces.
£795
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 2001, this charming set of 8 Sterling Silver & Glass Novelty Shot Glasses, are modelled as shotgun cartridges, and are also numbered on the bottom from 1-8 so that they can be used as Butt Markers when shooting. (I. Franks does not suggest doing shots while shooting). Each shot glass measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 1"(2.5cm) in diameter.
£795
Hallmarked in London in 1977 by Richard Comyns, this handsome, Sterling Silver Cow Creamer, is a charming example. The cow creamer measures 4"(10cm) tall, by 6"(15cm) wide, by 2"(5cm) deep, and weighs 5.4 troy ounces.
£1,275
Made circa 1970 in Germany by Tiffany & Co., this striking, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Stirrup Cup, is modelled as a stag's head. The stirrup cup measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 6.5"(16.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep, and weighs 10.59 troy ounces.
£1,375
Hallmarked in London in 1994 by Asprey & Co. Ltd., this handsome, Sterling Silver Decanter, is designed to look like a champagne bottle, with a removable stopper modelled as the cork. The decanter measures 13"(33cm) tall, by 3.25"(8.5cm) in diameter and weighs 19.2 troy ounces.
£1,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1971 by F. Drury Ltd., this charming, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Pair of Dishes, are modelled as wheelbarrows, with attractive pierced decoration to the sides, and removable panels at the back to assist in cleaning. Each wheelbarrow dish measures 3.5"(9cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 4"(10cm) deep, and together they weigh 23.91 troy ounces.
£1,975
Hallmarked in London in 1996 by Meiling & Gartrell, this wonderful, and very charming, Sterling Silver Condiment Set, is modelled to resemble Emperor Penguins. The taller penguin (the salt) measures 3.75"(9.5cm) tall, the pepper measures 3.25"(8.5cm) tall, and the mustard measures 3.75"(9.5cm) from beak to tail. The set together weighs 18.1 troy ounces.
£2,975
Hallmarked in London in 1995 by Philip John Cassidy, this charming Sterling Silver Claret Jug, is modelled to look like a walrus. The claret jug measures 6.5"(16.5cm) tall, by 12.25"(31cm) from nose to back flippers, by 3.75"(9.5cm) deep.
£2,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1997, this wonderful, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Cigar Lighter, is modelled as a dragon, with an Impala horn handle and glass eyes. The cigar lighter measures 5.75"(14cm) tall, by 21"(53.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep.
£4,675