PAIR ANTIQUE STERLING SILVER SHELL OPEN SALT CELLARS HALLMARKED BIRMINGHAM 1897. STUNNING PAIR OF EXPERTLY HAND CRAFTED ANTIQUE STERLING SILVER SALT CELLARS. Presenting an exquisite pair of 925 sterling silver shell-shaped open salt cellars expertly hand crafted and beautifully hallmarked by the quality Birmingham makers, William Henry Leather in 1897. Each of these elegantly shaped dishes has been expertly formed into the shape of a shell with exquisite organic ribbing magnificently accentuating the stunning sparkle of the quality 925 grade sterling silver. The ribbing perfectly follows the sleek contour of the curved forms, leading the eye to the scalloped rim and scrolled detailing to the lip. Each piece stands upon three rounded bun feet which perfectly elevates the beautifully proportioned form. Each of these wonderfully stylish and elegant pieces are presented in excellent antique condition with no breaks, losses, repairs or dents. Its hard to believe these pieces are over 120 years old! These stunning pieces have been very well cared for and present spectacularly. Each salt cellar stands approx 20mms tall, measures 45mms in width and 50mms in depth. Each piece is beautifully hallmarked to the underside with the sterling silver grade passant lion mark, the date letter “X” for 1897 and the Birmingham anchor town mark. These quality pieces would make a fantastic addition to any quality antique sterling silver, William Henry Leather or open salt cellar collection. A perfect gift idea for any discerning admirer of quality antique pieces and stunning features for any elegantly styled home. Rest assured, all items are professionally packaged to the highest of standards! International buyers are most welcome. Sorry, no personal cheques accepted. All items are professionally packaged using quality materials. We individually hand select quality vintage, antique, well designed and hand crafted pre-loved items, and proudly offer our finds for sale. We aim to describe and visually represent our items as accurately as possible. Get images that make Supersized seem small. Tailor your auctions with Auctiva’s. Track Page Views With. Auctiva’s FREE Counter. The item “PAIR ANTIQUE STERLING SILVER SHELL OPEN SALT CELLARS HALLMARKED BIRMINGHAM 1897″ is in sale since Monday, August 13, 2018. This item is in the category “Antiques\Silver\Sterling”. The seller is “threetreefrogs” and is located in melbourne. This item can be shipped worldwide.