Hallmarked in Sheffield between 1896 and 1901 by James Dixon & Sons, this attractive suite of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Dishes, comprises a central large dish, and 4 smaller additional dishes, all featuring pierced decoration to the body and foot, and ornate borders. The suite together weighs 49.9 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1913 by Elkington & Co., this incredible, Antique, George V Sterling Silver Dish Ring, is much larger than usually found, and features the original green glass liner. The dish ring measures 5.75"(15cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) in diameter, and weighs 45.05 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1876 by Samuel Smily with the matching plateau hallmarked in Birmingham in 1876 by Horace Woodward & Co., this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece, holds a glass vase and a glass dish, and features Cellini pattern decoration. The centrepiece on the plateau measures 22.5"(57cm) tall by 11"(28cm) in diameter.

Hallmarked in London in 1768 by Henry Bailey, this stunning pair of George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddies, feature Rococo chasing throughout, vacant cartouches, and removable lids. Each tea caddy measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep. The pair together weigh 22.1 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1909 by John & William Deakin, this stylish, Art Nouveau, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne or Centrepiece is very large, just the thing for a big dining room, and features a central trumpet vase and three hanging baskets. The epergne measures 24"(61cm) tall, by 15"(38cm) in diameter and weighs 117 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1887 by Walter & Charles Sissons, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Claret Jug, is realistically modelled to look like a Cantaloupe melon, with the glass presumably by Thomas Webb & Son's Ltd. The claret jug measures 8"(20.5cm) tall, by 5.75"(14.5cm) from handle to side, by 5.25"(13.5cm) deep. A Cantaloupe glass example can be found in The Kent Collection, number 913.

Hallmarked in London in 1934 by Albert John Wilkins, this very handsome pair of Sterling Silver Candlesticks, are a wonderful Arts & Crafts & Gothic Revival mix of styles, and would fit a large candle, similar to an alter candle. Each candlestick measures 16"(40.5cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) wide, by 7"(18cm) deep. Together the pair weigh an impressive 52.6 troy ounces. 

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1910 by Atkin Brothers, this attractive, George V period, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Cistern, is oval in shape, and in the art nouveau taste, standing on the original wooden plinth, and featuring reed borders and acanthus detailed scroll handles. The wine cistern measures 11.75"(29.5cm) tall without the plinth (15.5"(39cm) tall on the plinth), by 22"(56cm) wide, by 11.5"(29cm) deep and weighs 86.8 troy ounces

Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1871 by Mackay & Chisholm, this wonderful, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tray, is Baroque in style, featuring engraved decoration to the centre with acanthus leaves and lions, an engraved crest, and an incredible cast border depicting lions & dragons amongst scrolling acanthus leaves. The tray measures 2.75"(7cm) tall, by 28"(71cm) wide, by 21.25"(54cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 141.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1873 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons, this stylish, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece, is modelled as a gentleman holding a greyhound and standing under a palm tree. The centrepiece measures 18"(46cm) tall, by 13"(33cm) wide, by 15.5"(39.5cm) deep, and the silver weighs 92.9 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London between 1898 and 1901 by D. & J. Wellby & Carrington & Co., this wonderful suite of 5, Antique Sterling Silver Dishes, feature pierced decoration to the sides, and cast borders and feet. The suite comprises 1 larger central dish, 2 medium dishes, and 2 small dishes, and weighs 73.1 troy ounces in total.

Hallmarked in London in 1853 by Robert Hennell III, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Jug, is a very rare example modelled in the style of the famous Warwick Vase. The jug measures 11.25"(28.5cm) tall, by 7.5"(19cm) wide, by 6.5"(16.5cm) deep, and weighs a substantial 48.2 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1891 by Joseph & Horace Savory (trading as the Goldsmiths Alliance) this rare, English, Antique Sterling Silver Ewer & Basin, features sunken and swirled fluting, and acanthus detailing to both pieces. The ewer measures 14.5"(37cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to lip, and the basin measures 5.5"(14cm) tall, by 14.5"(37cm) in diameter. The pair together weigh a substantial 128 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1871 & 1874 by Alexander Macrae, this striking pair of Antqiue Sterling Silver Compotes, are in the Egyptian Revival style, featuring Anubis masks to each foot, and palm tree supports to the glass dishes. Each compote measures 12.25"(31cm) tall, by 10.25"(26cm) in diameter and together they weigh 70 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London between 1936 & 1938 by Richard Comyns, this stunning, 5 piece, George VI period, Sterling Silver Tea Set on Tray, is in the art deco style, with shaped sides, and angular feet to each piece. The tea set on tray weighs a very impressive 202.55 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1910 by Elkington & Co., this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Épergne, is a fine reproduction of a George II period Rococo design example, featuring 4 removable round side dishes, and a larger oval basket to the centre. The epergne measures 14"(36cm) tall, by 19"(48cm) wide, by 16.5"(42cm) deep, and weighs 112 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1874 by Edward Ker Reid, this incredible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on four feet, and features a gadroon border and an engraved coat of arms to the centre. The salver measures 2.25"(6cm) tall, by 24.5"(62cm) in diameter and weighs an impressive 187.7 troy ounces (5.84kg). The coat of arms appears to belong to a member of the L'Estrange (or Le Strange) family, most likley that of Hamon Le Strange of Norfolk, and the motto reads 'mihi parta tueri' ('I will fight for what is mine').

Hallmarked in London in 1908 by Charles Stuart Harris, this stunning and large, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Bowl, is oval in shape, and features ornate chased decoration to the body and foot, and shaped gadroon borders. The centrepiece measures 8.25"(21cm) tall, by 19.25"(49cm) wide, by 14"(35.5cm) deep, and weighs a substantial feeling 86.6 troy ounces.

Carrying import marks for London in 1927 by Israel Segalov, this wonderful pair of Sterling Silver Knights On Horseback, are handsomely modelled. Each measures roughly 12.25"(31cm) tall, by 12.5"(32cm) wide, by 4.5"(11.5cm) deep, and the pair together weigh 96 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1878 by George Angell & Co., this exceptional, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece, is richly decorated in the Neoclassical taste, with seated Female figures to both sides, and rams head detailing to the removable central bowl. The centrepiece measures 13.25"(33.5cm) tall, by 13.75"(35cm) wide, by 12.25"(31cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 138.25 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1929 by Omar Ramsden, this large George V period, Sterling Silver Presentation Tray, is oval in shape, with a spot hammered finish, and raised gallery with a castellated border. The centre with a presentation inscription and crest and motto of Mr S Lister James. The tray measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 27"(68.5cm) wide, by 18.5"(47cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 177.6 troy ounces.

Carrying Import marks for London in 1982 by Bohemian Ellison & Co. Ltd., this charming, Sterling Silver Wine Cooler, is modelled as an owl, and is a wonderful statement piece for any bar. The wine cooler measures 15.25"(39cm) tall, by 8.5"(21.5cm) wide, by 8"(20cm) deep, and weighs 86.6 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1739 by John Pero, this stunning suite of George II Period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Caddies and Sugar Caddy, are in the Rococo taste, featuring flat chased decoration and pineapple finials, and are presented in their original storage box. The suite together weighs a very impressive feeling 50.7 troy ounces.

Made in Paris circa 1830 by Odiot, this spectacular, Antique First Quality French Silver Centrepiece Jardinière & Plateau, has an oval bowl with removable liner, beautifully detailed with fluting, floral garland swags and applied bows, standing on a round pedestal base with lion's paw feet. There is wreath borders around the foot of the bowl, which follows through around the plateau. The jardinière measures 17.5"(45cm) tall, by 23"(58cm) from handle to handle, by 13"(33cm) deep. The mirror plateau measures 16"(42cm) in diameter and 3"(7.5cm) tall.

Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1873 by Fenton Brothers Ltd., this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece and Suite of 8 Dishes, features wonderfully ornate decoration throughout. The centrepiece features a glass vase for flowers, and measures 19.75"(50cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) in diameter, each of the four oval dishes measure 4"(10cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) wide, by 7.5"(19cm) deep, and each of the four round dishes measure 5.25"(13cm) tall, by 7"(18cm) in diameter. The total silver weight is 133.7 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1970 by Stuart Devlin, this wonderful pair of Sterling Silver Entree Dishes, are handsomely designed, with gilt borders and handles. Each entree dish measures 3"(7.5cm) tall, by 15.75"(40cm) wide, by 6.75"(17cm) deep, and the pair together weigh an impressive 115.6 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1861 and 1862 by Robert Hennell III, this striking, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, includes a covered milk jug and a small cream jug, and features wonderfully ornate chasing throughout, and silver handles. The kettle measures 17"(43cm) tall, by 10"(25.5cm) from handle to spout. The teapot measures 7.5"(19cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) from handle to spout, and the other pieces are in proportion. The set together weighs 174 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1827 by Benjamin Preston, this incredible, Antique Sterling Silver Soup Tureen, is a masterpiece of the regency style, with cast and applied feet and handles, and an engraved coat of arms. The soup tureen measures 10.5"(27cm) tall, by 15.5"(39.5cm) wide, by 9.75"(25cm) deep, and weighs a very impressive 148.1 troy ounces. The coat of arms is that of the Marquess of Cholmondeley.

Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1890 and 1895 by Elkington & Co., this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Centrepiece Suite, comprises an oval central silver and glass dish, and a round pair of silver and glass side dishes, all ornate in design, with fauns supporting the dishes which are detailed with floral and acanthus motifs.

Hallmarked in London in 1880 by Daniel & Charles Houle, this incredible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, is elaborately decorated with a tavern scene in the manner of the famous Flemish painter David Teniers the Younger. The tea and coffee service weighs a substantial feeling 132.3 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1908 by R & S Garrard & Co., this monumental Antique, Sterling Silver Ink Stand, is the epitome of Egyptian Revival taste, richly decorated with geometric patterns and Egyptian Motifs throughout. The central storage box is topped with a cast and incredibly detailed model of the sphinx, engraved with a scarab beetle pendant. The ink stand measures 8.5"(22cm) tall, by 18.5"(47cm) wide, by 9.75"(25cm) deep, and weighs an astonishing 110.8 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1972 by Christopher Lawrence, this stunning, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Set of 12 Beakers & Tray, are incredibly stylish, made in Lawrence's signature style with bark effect detailing and gilt interiors. Each beaker measures 5.25"(13.5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) in diameter, and the tray measures 16.75"(42.5cm) in diameter. The set together weighs 165.12 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1973 by Garrard & Co. Ltd, this striking pair of Sterling Silver Wine Coolers, are in the campagna shape, and feature chased acanthus decoration, lion mask drop ring handle, cast and applied grape and vine borders, and removable liners. Each wine cooler measures 11"(28cm) tall, by 9.25"(23.5cm) in diameter, and the pair together weigh an impressive 195.4 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1910 by Sydney Bellamy Harman, this wonderful, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Set of Plates, comprises 12 dinner plates and 12 soup plates, all with gadroon borders and each engraved with a Baron's coronet. Each plate measures 10"(25cm) in diameter, and the set together weighs approximately 400 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1859 by Edward & John Barnard, this incredible pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are beautifully modelled, each holding 3 candles, and with a female and male figure holding the lights overhead. Each measures 20"(51cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide and deep, and the pair together weigh 116.3 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1892 by D. & J. Wellby, this impressive, nine basket, Edwardian, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is a fine example of Adam style design, featuring pierced work throughout, neoclassical decoration, four round baskets, four oval baskets and a larger oval basket on the top. The epergne measures 15"(38cm) tall, by 20"(51cm) wide, by 18"(46cm) deep and weighs 119.5 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1793 by Henry Green, this wonderful, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the neoclassical style, and has four removable round bowls, two smaller removable oval bowls, and a larger oval bowl to the centre. The epergne measures 17.75"(45cm) tall, by 26"(66cm) wide, by 19"(48cm) deep and weighs 96 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1976 by Garrard & Co. Ltd, this stunning Elizabeth II, Sterling Silver Model of a Stag, is realistically cast and chased, and stands on a marble base. The stag model on the base measures a very impressive 21.5"(55cm) tall, by 18"(45.5cm) wide, by 8.25"(21cm) deep.

Carrying import marks for London in 1925 by Thomas Callow & Sons, this superb example of a Sterling Silver Nef, is a particularly fine representation of the 16th century style, elaborated detailed, and resting on 4 wheels to allow it to “sail” around the table. The top of the ship lifts off to reveal an empty hull. The nef measures 27.5"(70cm) tall, by 32"(81cm) wide, by 5.5"(13cm) deep, and weighs an impressive124.7 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1790 by Thomas Pitts, this attractive, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Epergne, is in the Neoclassical style, standing on four ball and claw feet, and featuring cast, pierced and engraved decoration throughout, with 8 smaller oval side dishes, and a larger oval dish to the centre. The epergne measures 16.25"(41.5cm) tall, by 27.5"(70cm) wide, by 23"(58.5cm) deep and weighs 105.75 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1847 by Benjamin Smith III, this stunning, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra Suite, comprises a pair of 3 light candelabra, and central 4 light candelabrum, which would provide a wonderful display on a table. Each piece is decorated with acanthus leaves, and features removable nozzles, and scrolling acanthus arms.

Hallmarked in London in 1829 by William Ker Reid, this incredible, George IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Dining Table Suite of Soup & Sauce Tureens, is ornate in design, with highly detailed cast handles and feet, and engraved with original crests and coat of arms to each piece. The soup tureen measures 10.25"(26cm) tall, by 16.5"(42cm) wide, by 10"(25.5cm) deep, and each sauce tureen measures 6"(15cm) tall, by 9"(23cm) wide, by 5"(12.5cm) deep. The set together weighs an impressive 236.6 troy ounces. The coat of arms and double crests are that of Francis Alexander Mackenzie, 12th Laird of Gairloch and 5th Baronet of Nova Scotia.

Hallmarked in London in 1889 and 1893 by R & S Garrard & Co., this handsome, and large pair of Antique Sterling Silver Candelabra, are cast, will hold 5 candles each and are in the George II manner. Each candelabrum measures 22.5"(57cm) tall, by 16.25"(41cm) wide, by 16.25"(41cm) deep, and together they weigh an impressive 304 troy ounces.

Made circa 1970 in Germany by Tiffany & Co., this astonishing set of 24, Elizabeth II period, sterling silver stirrup cups, are wonderfully modelled as stags heads. Each stirrup cup measures 7"(18cm) tall, by 4.5"(11.5cm) wide, by 5.5"(14cm) deep, and the set together weighs an impressive 282.01 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London in 1877 by Walter & John Barnard, this incredible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Wall Charger, is a rare to find example of the 'Warwick Charger', which matches the design of the famous 'Warwick Vase' found in 1771 at Hadrians Villa in Tripoli. The wall charger is richly decorated with Bacchic ornament in the traditional Roman style. The wall charger measures 25"(64cm) in diameter, and weighs an impressive 208.3 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in London between 1821 and 1826 by John Edward Terrey, this incredible, George IV period, Antique Sterling Silver Tea Set, comprises a tea urn, coffee pot on warming stand, teapot, cream jug, sugar bowl and waste bowl. Each piece is richly decorated with wonderfully detailed chasing to the body and ornate dolphin feet, swan neck handles and engraved crests. The set together weighs a very impressive 342 troy ounces (9.7kg).

Hallmarked in London in 1840 by William Bateman & Daniel Ball, for Rundle, Bridge and Rundle, this incredible and very large, Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Candelabrum, holds 7 candles, and features wonderful acanthus and scroll decoration throughout. The candelabrum measures 32"(82cm) tall, by 25"(63.5cm) in spread, and weighs an impressive 390 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Birmingham between 1873 and 1885 by Elkington & Co., this incredible, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Suite of Dessert Stands, is in the Egyptian Revival style, and comprises a large centrepiece with 3 small glass side dishes, and a larger central glass dish, a pair of medium size dessert stands with glass dishes and gilt figures of sphinxes to the bases, and a smaller pair of dessert stands with glass dishes. The silver of the suite weighs an impressive 347 troy ounces.

Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1997 by Hamilton & Inches, and designed and modelled by Victor Hayton for the World Wildlife Fund, this incredible, Elizabeth II period, Limited Edition Sterling Silver Model of an African Bull Elephant, is cast and chased in intricate detail, and is presented with a framed limited edition lithograph bearing the image of the elephant, signed by the artist and certifying this is model number two of only five cast. This amazing model measures 14.25"(36cm) tall, by 23"(58.5cm) from tail to tusk, by 9"(23cm) across the waist, and weighs a very impressive 444 troy ounces.

Hallmarked circa 2000 by Patrick Mavros, this quite stunning, Sterling Silver Centrepiece Suite, would make a wonderful African landscape scene on any table, and comprises 9 freestanding elephant models, 4 acacia tree candle holders, and a central 'tree of lights' candelabrum with 3 fixed elephant models to the base. In total the suite weighs 683 troy ounces, and will hold 12 candles when all candle holders are being used.

Hallmarked in London in 1804 by Joseph Preedy, this remarkable pair of Antique Sterling Silver Wine Coolers are richly decorated, featuring a sculptural Bacchanalian frieze depicting the thiasus (the procession which followed Bacchus) and amongst the figures both Bacchus and his drunken foster Father (and tutor) Silenus. The bases are fluted with the underside of the coolers decorated with chased vines and leaves, and the tops decorated with cast grape and vine swags. This incredible pair of coolers are one of a group of 4 known slightly varying designs made by either Joseph Preedy or William Pitts between 1800-1810 (Pitts & Preedy were Partners from 1791-1799), with each example produced featuring the same frieze but with differing borders. Each wine cooler measures 10.5"(27cm) tall, by 9.5"(24cm) in diameter. Together the pair weigh a very impressive 154 troy ounces.  The collars are not hallmarked, but are original.

Hallmarked in London in 1887 by R & S Garrard & Co., this stunning pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Wine Coolers, are in the naturalistic taste, with the bases and rims designed to look like coral, and the handles made as oak leaves and branches. Each wine cooler measures 12"(30cm) tall, by 10.5"(27cm) in diameter, and together they weigh a very impressive 255.8 troy ounces.