First documented in Ancient Rome, table containers for salt became hugely popular in England during the Elizabethan era. Salt was seen as a sign of purity, and it was also used widely to cover the taste of half rotten foods. Salt cellars from before the 18th century are rare, and most commonly they are found from the late 1700’s onwards. The most popular form is the ‘cauldron’, however early 1700’s ‘trencher’ examples are highly prized. From elaborate to plain designs, salt cellars are still as popular today as they have been throughout our history.
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Hallmarked in London in 1869 by Robert Harper, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Pair of Salt Cellars, feature engraved decoration and blue glass liners. Each salt cellar measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) in diameter.
£325
Hallmarked in London in 1763 by John Langford II and John Sebille, this unusual, pair of George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, stand on ball and claw feet, and feature shaped borders, pierced sides, and clear glass liners. Each salt cellar measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5cm) in diameter with a silver weight of 5.4 troy ounces.
£645
Hallmarked in London in 1904 by Charles Edwards, this stylish set of 4 Antique Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, are in the Arts & Crafts taste, and are presented in their original box with 4 salt spoons. Each salt cellar measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 2.75"(7cm) in diameter, and the spoons measure 2.75"(7cm) in length. Together the set weighs 9.8 troy ounces.
£795
Hallmarked in London in 1912 by L. A. Crichton, this handsome set of 4 Antique Britannia Standard Silver Salt Cellars, are a reproduction of a George I style, plain in design and with cut corners. Each salt cellar measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 3"(7.5m) wide, by 3"(7.5cm) deep. Together they weigh 28 troy ounces.
£1,375
Hallmarked in London in 1787, this fine, set of four George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, are 'Boat shaped', and feature reed detailing and gilt interiors. Each salt cellar measures 2.5"(6.5cm) tall, by 5"(12.5cm) wide, and the set together weighs 18.6 troy ounces.
£1,825
Hallmarked in London in 1969 by Stuart Devlin, this stylish pair of Sterling Silver Salt Cellars, feature flame pierced gilt sides, and gilt interiors to the bowl. Each salt cellar measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 3.75"(9.5cm) in diameter, and together they weigh 10.5 troy ounces.
£2,175