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Swiss 0.935 Silver Key-Wind Pocket Watch with Silver Chain, c.1890–1910
Swiss open-face pocket watch in high-grade 0.935 silver case, the white enamel dial and black Roman numerals and subsidiary seconds at 6 o’clock, fitted with gilt hands, key-wind/key-set movement under plain inner cuvette. The inner covers stamped with Swiss 0.935 fineness mark and bear hallmarks for Swiss silver, with case serial number 114871, confirming manufacture for the British market. Together with a matched 0.935 silver curb-link Albert chain with T-bar and swivel clip, the bar additionally stamped with 0.935 and maker’s initials, total chain weight approx. 29.6 g, and associated winding key. Condition: Case with general surface wear, small nicks and tarnish consistent with age. Enamel dial with light spotting and probable fine hairlines; one central hour hand lacking, minute and subsidiary seconds hands present. Movement unsigned and untested for timekeeping, sold as seen and likely to require cleaning/servicing. Chain in good, wearable condition with even patina. (Dimensions approx.: watch 50 mm diameter; chain c.30–35 cm long.)
George V Sterling Silver Corinthian Column Candlestick, Daniel & Arter, Birmingham 1914
A George V sterling silver candlestick of Regency revival Corinthian column form, by Daniel & Arter, Birmingham, 1914. The square stepped base with gadrooned border rising to a fluted column and ornate Corinthian capital, supporting a square drip-pan with beaded rim and circular candle socket. Hallmarked to the side of the base with maker’s mark D&A, anchor for Birmingham, lion passant for sterling and date letter ‘p’ for 1914. Weighted (loaded) construction, total weight approx. 481 g. Condition: Moderate, even tarnish and surface wear commensurate with age and use. Minor edge knocks and small dints to base and column but no obvious splits or repairs noted. Candle socket with light wax residue. Presents well and would respond attractively to a light professional polish. (Approx. height 17–18 cm.)
Birks Sterling Short Weighted Candlestick, Canada, mid-20th Century
A vintage Canadian sterling silver short candlestick by Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, mid-20th century, of plain baluster form with circular spreading foot and shallow circular nozzle, weighted base. Stamped to the side of the foot Birks Sterling and underside with pattern number 76/26. Typical low console candlestick suited for table or mantle use. Condition: Moderate, even tarnish and surface oxidation overall. Light surface scratches and minor shallow dings from use and polishing; plating not applicable as this is sterling shell over a weighted core. Weighted base stable with no evident separation; presents well and would respond favourably to a professional polish. (Approx. height 7–7.5 cm; base diameter 8.5–9 cm; total gross weight 265.56 g, of which the sterling silver content is estimated at c.29 g.)
English Sterling Silver Cake / Sandwich Plate Handle, c.1920–40
An English sterling silver central handle for a cake or sandwich stand, early–mid 20th century, of simple circular form with plain ring grip, turned tubular stem and flat circular boss drilled and threaded for attachment to a glass or china plate. Hallmarked to the outer edge of the ring with maker’s mark (indistinct), lion passant for sterling, UK assay office town mark and date letter, confirming .925 silver. Condition: Moderate tarnish and light surface wear consistent with age and use; ring very slightly out-of-round; threaded boss intact and functional. No monogram noted. A useful replacement handle for a sterling-mounted stand or for custom cake/sandwich plate projects. (Approx. length 14 cm; ring diameter 5.5 cm; gross weight 38.22 g sterling.)
Birks Sterling Openwork Miniature Basket with Swing Handle
A small Canadian sterling silver basket by Henry Birks & Sons, mid-20th century, of circular form with pierced trellis sides and plain rim, on three ball feet, with fine wire swing handle. Stamped to the underside BIRKS and STERLING, confirming .925 silver. Condition: Speckled and uneven tarnish throughout, particularly to interior and underside; light surface scratches and minor dings commensurate with age and use. Handle and openwork intact with no obvious repairs; feet true. An attractive miniature for serving sweets or as a desk or dresser piece, which would brighten significantly with polishing. (Approx. diameter 6.5–7 cm; height to rim 3 cm, to top of handle 7–8 cm; gross weight 30.64 g sterling.)
Birks silver cup
Baluster-form Birks sterling silver presentation cup, Canada, mid-20th century, the flaring trumpet rim with applied rope-twist border, above a rounded body rising on a short stem and domed circular foot. Side engraved with a presentation inscription including the name McKillop in script. Underside stamped BIRKS / STERLING with Birks pseudo-hallmarks and pattern number 500/2. Approximate weight 43.7 g.
English silver condiment ladles
Assorted group of nine English sterling silver condiment spoons, 19th–early 20th century, comprising eight small salt/condiment ladles and one larger caddy or master salt spoon, all with fiddle-pattern or related flat handles and circular or shallow bowls, several with traces of original gilding. Each piece struck to the handle with standard British sterling hallmarks and maker’s marks for various silversmiths. Total combined weight approx. 108.92 g.
Russian silver miniature cups (possible Kiddush/liqueur use)
Set of five Russian 84 silver miniature cups, late 19th–early 20th century, each of tall tapering form on a small domed foot, the bodies finely engraved with stylized foliate sprays within zig-zag and beaded borders, plain everted rims, interiors richly fire-gilt. Each bearing Russian “84” silver standard mark and additional town/assayer marks (illegible), .875 fineness. Of a type used for liqueur or small Kiddush cups. Total weight approx. 107.27 g.
Birks sterling handled porringer
Birks sterling silver porringer, Canada, mid-20th century, the shallow circular bowl with plain sides and flat base, fitted with an ornate pierced scroll and leaf handle in the 18th-century style. Marked to the handle BIRKS STERLING with Birks pseudo-hallmarks, letter H, and pattern number 38/2D. Approximate weight 82.35 g.
Birks sterling silver salt and pepper shakers
Group of 2 sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, mid-20th century, comprising a pair of Birks sterling shakers of bell-shaped form with domed, perforated screw tops and molded circular bases, together with a smaller, similar shaker of tapering cylindrical form. The pair stamped to bases BIRKS STERLING; the third example unmarked but believed to be sterling. Total weight approx. 55.39 g.
Pair of Birks sterling silver napkin rings
Pair of Birks sterling silver napkin rings, Canada, mid-20th century, comprising: a barrel-form ring with fine engine-turned horizontal lines and applied floral borders, engraved with gothic monogram “SWG”; together with a rounded plain ring on molded base and upper rims, engraved with script monogram “MFC”. Each stamped inside BIRKS / STERLING. Combined weight approx. 46.55 g.
Group of sterling and enamel smalls
Group of sterling silver and enamel items, including an English sterling silver dessert or butter knife with scalloped, bright-cut blade and cream composition handle, bearing British sterling hallmarks to the blade; a modern turquoise-blue enamel and sterling silver band ring stamped STERLING 925; two floral cloisonné enamel bangles with gilt metal mounts; and a blue-ground cloisonné enamel cigarette holder or similar tapering tube with repeating floral motifs. 5 pieces total.

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Birks sterling silver salt and pepper shakers
Group of 2 sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, mid-20th century, comprising a pair of Birks sterling shakers of bell-shaped form with domed, perforated screw tops and molded circular bases, together with a smaller, similar shaker of tapering cylindrical form. The pair stamped to bases BIRKS STERLING; the third example unmarked but believed to be sterling. Total weight approx. 55.39 g.
Birks “Regency Plate” Silver-Plated Flatware Group in Roll
Birks “Regency Plate” silver-plated flatware service, mid-20th century, comprising approximately eleven dinner forks, ten table/oval soup spoons, a sauce or gravy ladle, a serving fork, a cream ladle and a small sugar or condiment spoon, each with plain rounded handle terminals in the minimalist “Regency Plate” pattern and stamped BIRKS REGENCY PLATE to the stems, together with the original Birks turquoise felt storage roll. Approx. 25 pieces.
English sterling shell-footed sauceboat
English sterling silver shell-footed sauceboat, London, early 20th century, of helmet-shaped oval form with flared, wavy rim and pronounced pouring lip, raised on three cast hoof feet with applied shell terminals, the scroll loop handle with thumbpiece. Side struck with London sterling hallmarks and indistinct maker’s mark. Approximate weight 91.17 g.
English sterling silver swing handle for serving plate (plate not included)
English sterling silver detachable swing handle for a serving or cake plate, Birmingham, early 20th century, the arched handle with subtle twist detailing to the upper section and plain flattened terminals formed as clips to grasp the rim of a circular plate. One side engraved with a script signature and struck with Birmingham sterling hallmarks and an indistinct maker’s mark. Suitable for use with a dessert, cake or biscuit plate. Plate shown in photographs is for display only and is not included with this lot.
Three American sterling silver serving pieces
Group of three American sterling silver serving pieces, early–mid 20th century, comprising: a shell-bowl sugar or berry spoon with fluted bowl and triple-thread handle terminating in a script monogram; a bright-cut serving spoon or pie server with long tapering handle and leaf-shaped bowl engraved with flowering branches; and a small rococo-revival demitasse or condiment spoon with scroll and shell cast handle. Each stamped *STERLING* to reverse. Total weight approx. 60.41 g.
Set of English sterling silver salt & condiment ladles
Set of nine English sterling silver salt and condiment ladles, 19th century, each with fiddle or fiddle-variant handle and circular bowl, some bowls gilt, most with engraved initials to terminals. All pieces struck to the reverse with full British sterling hallmarks for various makers and assay offices, mixed dates. Total combined weight approx. 115.08 g.
Set of six English sterling silver fiddle-pattern salt ladles
Set of six English sterling silver salt ladles, 19th century, each with fiddle-pattern handle and circular bowl, three retaining original gilt interiors, the terminals variously engraved with script initials. All stamped to the reverse with full British sterling hallmarks for assorted makers and assay offices, mixed dates. Total weight approx. 80.62 g.
George III English sterling silver pierced ladle
George III English sterling silver pierced ladle, London, early 19th century, the deep circular bowl finely pierced with conforming scroll and dot pattern for straining, on a gently downcurved Old English handle engraved with script monogram to the terminal. Terminal struck with London sterling hallmarks and indistinct maker’s mark. Approximate weight 57.75 g.
Group of six sterling silver condiment and sauce ladles
Group of six sterling silver condiment and sauce ladles, late 19th–mid-20th century, comprising a variety of forms and patterns including two matching panel-handled ladles with gilt circular bowls, a shell-terminal ladle, and three further examples with engraved or molded borders and plain round bowls. Assorted makers, some with British sterling hallmarks and others stamped *STERLING*. Total combined weight approx. 91.93 g.
Swarovski Earrings
Pair of Swarovski drop earrings with faceted clear crystals, mounted in silver-tone settings. Contemporary design, excellent condition. In orogonal box.
Vintage Canadian Brooch by Sarah
Gold-tone brooch marked “Sarah” (Made in Canada), designed as a radiating flowerhead set with central amethyst-colored stone. Mid-20th century costume jewellery.
Group of three contemporary necklaces
Group of three contemporary necklaces, including a silver-tone bib necklace hung with overlapping polished domed discs on a fine chain; a delicate strand of faceted black and grey glass or crystal beads; and a silver-tone Y-drop necklace with curved pavé-set bar and suspended faceted black bead. All unmarked and presumed costume jewellery.

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Talbots boxed enamel bangle bracelet
Talbots silvertone and navy enamel bangle bracelet, of circular slip-on form with polished interior and a continuous band of deep blue enamel to the exterior edge, presented in the original Talbots branded gift box with cotton insert. Inner surface stamped TALBOTS.
Group of four ladies’ wristwatches – Fifth Avenue Collection, Caravelle by Bulova,
Group of four ladies’ wristwatches, including a silver-tone Fifth Avenue Collection hinged bangle watch with pierced, stone-set bracelet and oval mother-of-pearl–style dial, quartz movement; a vintage Caravelle by Bulova gold-tone bracelet watch with allover diamond-pattern bracelet and matching oval case; a contemporary silver-tone tonneau-case quartz watch with black dial and foliate frame on a black strap, in a fitted box; and a vintage Seiko gold-tone bracelet watch with textured case and bracelet and rectangular silvered dial. All watches are untested and offered as-is for working condition.
Group of six wristwatches incl. Esso / Imperial Oil promotional watch
Group of six wristwatches, comprising a gold-tone Esso / Imperial Oil promotional quartz wristwatch with white logo dial and black strap, preserved in its original cardboard display box, together with five assorted late 20th-century quartz fashion wristwatches including a digital calculator-style example, two small gold-tone ladies’ watches on black and white straps, a gold-tone bracelet watch with rhinestone bezel, and a further gold-tone dress watch on black strap. Quartz movements throughout, untested.
Fifth Avenue Collection Necklace & Earrings Set
Elegant rhodium-plated necklace and matching drop earrings from the Fifth Avenue Collection. Each piece is set with brilliant clear rhinestones in teardrop and scroll motifs. Perfect condition, unworn look. In orogonal box.
Butler Necklace with Mother of Pearl Pendant
Pendant necklace signed Butler, featuring a silver-tone teardrop pendant with inlaid mother-of-pearl petals and pavé rhinestone detail. A stylish mid-2000s designer piece.