Edwardian sterling silver and enamel inkwell. Made by Grinsell & Sons in London in 1906. Dome base with reeded foot and rim and hinged cover. On cover top is inset enamel plaque: a cat sits on its haunches, front legs stiffened, ears erect, and gaze intense. Wonderful details include the shaded striping and fluffy chest fur. The pink nose is another sweet touch. A soft but stern kitty – a guaranteed cure for writer’s block. Clear glass well and cut-glass underside. Hallmarked. ... Click for details

Unusual sterling silver shaker. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca. 1887. Cylindrical with spread foot and bun cover. Dense repousse with flowers and ferns. Acanthus leaf border to foot. Reeded rim. Cover has scrolled piercing bordered by repousse flowers and foliage. Tactile. The pattern (no. 9329) was first produced in 1887. Hallmarked. Excellent condition with rich patina and snugly fitting cover.

Dimensions: H 5 7/8 x D 4 1/4 in. Weight: 12.6 troy ounces. BI948

Neoclassical sterling silver desk box. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca. 1913. Rectangular with curved and hinged cover. Raised ornament including garlands, dentil, and paterae on sides and cover. On cover is central oval cartouche (vacant). Cover interior lightly gilt. The pattern (no. 18496B) was first produced in 1913. Hallmarked. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 ¼ x W 9 1/3 x D 6 in. Weight: 24 troy ounces. BL735

Sterling silver serving tray. Made by Wallace in Wallingford. Circular well and molded rim. Hallmark includes no. 2885. Condition: Good. Center has minor weakness.

Dimensions: H 1 x D 16 in. Weight: 36 troy ounces. BL718

German sterling silver lady’s riding boot. Imported to England by Berthold Muller in 1906. Plain and solid sole, heel, and topline. Pierced body comprising leafy-scrolls and flowers with Renaissance lady riding sidesaddle and huntsman with falcon perched on wrist. Front is laced and has tied bow. Spur rotates. A great gift for a horse or fashion collector. German hallmark and English import marks including Chester city stamp and date letter. Very good condition.

Overall dimensions: H 6 5/8... Click for details

Edwardian sterling silver dresser mirror. Made by Walker & Hall in Birmingham in 1907. The frame has arched top, curved, sides, and scrolled bottom with bracket supports. Engraved ribbons and garlands. At top circular cartouche (vacant). Glass is heart-shaped and beveled. Velvet back and hinged support. Hallmarked. Excellent condtion.

Dimensions: H 15 x W 12 in. AV132

Regal and romantic sterling silver heart box. Made by Howard in New York in 1897. Heart form with hinged cover. Ornament includes garlands and ribbon applied to sides and cover. Also, three crowned cartouches (vacant). Hallmark includes date and model no. 166. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 3/4 x W 6 3/4 x D 7 1/2 in. Weight: 25.5 troy ounces. #BI624

Set of 4 Victorian sterling silver napkin rings inset with hardstones. Made by Barnard & Sons in London, 1867-69. Each: engraved foliage and flowers. Large cabochon-cut hardstone mounted to top and bordered by beading. Each stone a different color. Hallmark includes date letters for 1867 and 1869. Excellent condition with nice patina.

Dimensions: H 1 ¼ x D 2 in. Total weight (with hardstones): 4.1 troy ounces.

In leather-bound quatrefoil case with fitted velvet and silk lining. Case... Click for details

Hand-hammered sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Svend Toxvaerd in Copenhagen C 1950. Baluster body, scroll handle with grape-bunch mount, raised foot, wide lip spout, and molded rim. Base encircled with applied grape bunches alternating with stylized flowers. An attractive piece of Danish silver with strong Jensen inspiration.

Dimensions: H 8 7/8 x W 6 ½ x D 4 ½ in. Weight: 18.9 troy ounces. BL327

Large sterling silver goblet. Made by Barnard & Sons in London in 1872. Curved and tapering bowl on stem with flange and knop. Raised and stepped foot. Low relief frieze on stippled ground depicting a procession of Classical horsemen. Frieze bordered by stylized foliage. Circular cartouche (vacant). Hallmarked. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 9 7/8 x D 4 ½ in. Weight: 15 troy ounces. BI582

George V sterling silver basket. Made by David Landsborough Fullerton in Exeter in 1920. Cylindrical with base knop, raised and spread foot, everted rim, and swing handle. Rim, foot, and handle have pierced scrollwork and foliage. London hallmark. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H (with handle): 15 in. H (without handle) 8 x W 9 1/3 x D 8 1/2 in. Weight: 18.5 troy ounces. #BI573

George V sterling silver basket. Made by Mappin & Webb in London in 1911. Cylindrical and girdled body with raised and spread foot, flared and scrolled rim, and swing handle. Body is solid with ornamental piercing at top and bottom as well as on handle. Foliage applied to rim and foot rim. Hallmarked. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H (with handle): 18 1/2 in. H (without handle): 8 7/8 x D 12 in. Weight: 34.5 troy ounces. #BI572