A term originating in the UK in the 17th Century, a salver is a handleless tray used for serving dishes or glasses. Members of royal households were served their food or drink on a salver after it had been tested for poison, a practice in Spain referred to as ‘Salva’, and the name is derived from this and the latin verb ‘Salvare’ meaning 'to protect'. 17th Century and early 18th Century sterling silver salvers are rare, and fine condition examples are highly sought after. Larger salvers are often used for presentation pieces, such as the Ladies’ Singles Trophy at Wimbledon, which has been presented since 1886.
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Hallmarked in London in 1975 by Christopher Lawrence, this stylish, Sterling Silver Dish, features a cast shaped border, and textured detailing. The dish measures 8"(20cm) in diameter, and weighs 10.3 troy ounces.
£875
Hallmarked in London in 1784 by Smith & Sharpe, this handsome, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, features a bead border, neoclassical design feet, and an engraved crest to the centre. The salver measures 8"(20cm) in diameter and weighs 12.4 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in London in 1790 by John Wakelin & William Taylor, this handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, is round in shape, standing on 3 reed bordered feet, and featuring a vacant wreath cartouche to the centre. The salver measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 8"(20cm) in diameter, and weighs 12.3 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1944 by Stower & Wragg Ltd., this handsome, George VI period, Sterling Silver Salver, is in the art deco taste, with shaped reed borders sides. The salver has no feet, and measures 0.5"(1.5cm) tall, by 9.25"(23.5cm) wide, by 9.25"(23.5cm) deep and weighs 17.68 troy ounces.
£975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1910 by Fordham & Faulkner, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on three scroll feet, and features a Chippendale border. The salver measures 12.5"(32cm) in diameter and weighs 22.5 troy ounces.
£1,275
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1896 by Harrison Brothers & Howson, this attractive, Antique, Victorian Sterling Silver Salver, stands on 4 cast feet, and features a shell and gadroon border. The salver measures 1.25"(3cm) tall, by 12.5"(31.5cm) wide, by 8.75"(22cm) deep, and weighs 24 troy ounces.
£1,275
Hallmarked in London in 1900 by D. & J. Wellby, this handsome, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on 3 feet, and features a bath pattern border. The salver measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 12.5"(32cm) in diameter, and weighs 32 troy ounces.
£1,375
Hallmarked in London in 1875 by Henry Wilkinson & Co., this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on ball and claw feet, and features a bead border, engraved decoration, and an engraved presentation inscription to the centre. The salver measures 14.5"(37cm) in diameter and weighs 37.2 troy ounces.
£1,475
Hallmarked in London in 1889 by Gibson & Langman for Mappin Brothers, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on 3 ball an claw feet, and features a shaped shell and gadroon border, a chased shell and scroll border, and an engrvaed cartouche to the centre. The salver measures 2"(2.5cm) tall, by 12"(30.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 27.57 troy ounces.
£1,595
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1936 by Elkington & Co., this very stylish, George VI period, Sterling Silver Salver, is in the art deco taste, octagonal in shape, standing on 4 stepped feet, and featuring reed detailing. The salver measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 11.75"(29.5cm) wide and deep, and weighs 30.23 troy ounces.
£1,675
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1936 by Henry Atkin, this handsome, Sterling Silver Salver, is 12 sided, and in the Art Deco taste. The salver measures 1"(2.5cm) tall, by 12"(30.5cm) wide, by 12"(30.5cm) deep, and weighs 31 troy ounces.
£1,765
Hallmarked in London in 1899 by D. & J. Wellby, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on 4 hoof feet, and features a 'Chippendale' border. The salver measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 15"(38cm) in diameter, and weighs 40 troy ounces.
£1,975
Hallmarked in London in 1774 by John Carter II, this handsome, George III Period, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on 3 feet, and features a pierced rim and bead border, and an engraved shield to the centre. The salver measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 13.5"(34cm) in diameter, and weighs 34.6 troy ounces.
£2,275
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1931 by Liberty & Co., this attractive, Sterling Silver Plate or Serving Tray, features a hammered finished, and a charming arts and crafts influenced border. The plate measures 14.75"(37.5cm) in diameter, and weighs 35 troy ounces.
£2,295
Hallmarked in London in 1868 by Martin & Hall, this very attractive, Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Salver, features a pierced border, 3 feet, and wonderful engraved decoration to the centre. The salver measures 1.75"(4.5cm) tall, by 14.5"(37cm) in diameter, and weighs 39.9 troy ounces.
£2,675
Hallmarked in London in 1972 by Christopher Lawrence, this handsome, Elizabeth II period, Sterling Silver Tray, is round in shape and is in the modernist style Lawrence is famous for, with a bark effect border, and plain centre. The tray measures 0.5”(1.5cm) tall, by 15.25”(38.5cm) in diameter and weighs 49.07 troy ounces.
£2,775
Hallmarked in London in 1771 by Ebeneezer Coker, this handsome, Antique, George III period, Sterling Silver Salver, stands on 4 flared feet, and features a shaped gadroon border, and an engraved coat of arms and crest to the central cartouche. The salver measures 1.5"(3.5cm) tall, by 14"(36cm) in diameter and weighs 41.74 troy ounces.
£2,975
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1930 by Frank Cobb & Co., this very stylish, George V period, Sterling Silver Salver, is in the high Art Deco taste, and stands on four feet. The salver measures 0.75"(2cm) tall, by 13.75"(35cm) wide and deep, and weighs 45.3 troy ounces.
£3,275
Hallmarked in London in 1912 by George Howson, this handsome, George V, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, features a shaped reed border and stands on four scroll feet. The salver measures 16"(41cm) in diameter and weighs 67 troy ounces.
£3,475
Hallmarked in London in 1836 by Hayne & Cater, this attractive, William IV, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, stands on three shell feet, and features a shell and scroll border, and flat chased decoration to the centre. The salver measures 1.5"(4cm) tall, by 17"(43cm) in diameter, and weighs 65.7 troy ounces.
£3,475
Hallmarked in Edinburgh in 1857 by J. Mckay, this attractive, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, has a shell and scroll border, engraved decoration, and an engraved coat of arms to the centre. The salver measures 17.25"(44 cm) in diameter, and weighs 64.9 troy ounces. The coat of arms and motto are that of Alfred Tolhurst of Gravesend in Kent.
£3,975
Hallmarked in London in 1939 by Crate & Mansell, this striking pair of Sterling Silver Salvers, feature Chippendale borders, engraved crests to the centre, and stand on four cast scroll feet. Each salver measures 12"(30.5cm) in diameter, and the pair together weigh 90 troy ounces.
£3,975
Hallmarked in London in 1772 by Hannam & Crouch, this exceptional, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, features a shaped gadroon border, an engraved crest to the centre, and stands on ball and claw feet. The salver measures 14"(36cm) in diameter and weighs 40.3 troy ounces.
£3,975
Hallmarked in London in 1792 by Hannam & Crouch, this very handsome, George III, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, is plain in style with reed borders, an engraved armorial to the centre, and stands on four feet. The salver measures 16.25"(41cm) in diameter and weighs 58.3 troy ounces.
£4,275
Hallmarked in London in 1916 by Thomas Bradbury & Sons Ltd, this large Antique Sterling Silver Salver, features a Chippendale border, and stands on 3 feet. The salver measures 2.5"(6cm) tall, by 18"(46cm) in diameter, and weighs 90.4 troy ounces.
£4,475
Hallmarked in London in 1795 by John Hutson, this very handsome, George III period, Antique Sterling Silver Salver, is in the Neoclassical taste, and is oval in shape. The salver measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 18"(46cm) wide, by 14"(36cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 60.1 troy ounces.
£4,675
Hallmarked in London in 1929 by Hemming & Co., this incredible, Sterling Silver Salver, is a fine reproduction of a George II style, standing on four feet, and featuring a shaped reeded border. The salver measures 2"(5cm) tall, by 23"(58.5cm) wide, by 16"(40.5cm) deep, and weighs an impressive 113 troy ounces.
£6,775
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').
£12,975