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Vintage: Late Victorian era, C.1890's-1920's English, silver plate, "nautilus," shell-shaped spoon warmer, mounted on a rough hand-hewn, base to mimic … Read more Vintage: Late Victorian era, C.1890's-1920's English, silver plate, "nautilus," shell-shaped spoon warmer, mounted on a rough hand-hewn, base to mimic rocks upon a shore line. A shell handle is attached to one end, in which to pick up to and fro, and have one's guests pull out a warm spoon for serving; either during dinner, tea, breakfast service, or for that special occasion, and holiday, a mus! Silver plays such an importance and is also a reflection of one's character and how one lives with simple and sophsiticated serving pieces in every day life, but for all occasions. See less
- Dimensions
- 6.5ʺW × 3.45ʺD × 6ʺH
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silverplate
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Silver
- Condition Notes
- In great condition. There is minute patina to the silver, which we took the liberty to polish, and also to … moreIn great condition. There is minute patina to the silver, which we took the liberty to polish, and also to top of curve of nautilus a wee small dent, given the era of manufacture with use. Lovingly and well-preserved. less
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