Contact Seller
Deveron Jewellers
Tel0789 6411730Please quote Antiques Atlas.
Non UK callers :
+44 789 6411730
Victorian Silver Presentation Trowel Barnton c1867
A Victorian Silver Ceremonial Presentation Trowel made in Birmingham and dating from 1867.
The trowel is hallmarked with the maker's mark "T.S" for Thomas Smily, the monarch's head duty mark (Queen Victoria), the Lion Passant silver mark, the Leopard's Head London town mark and date letter "l" for 1866/67. It is also stamped to the rear with the retailer's name "Hall & Co., Manchester."
It bears the following inscription
"Presented to George Slater Esq., on the occasion of his laying the Foundation Stone of the United Methodist Free Church, Barnton, June 5th 1867."
The English village of Barnton is located in Cheshire just south west of Manchester.
This is a lovely example of a very good quality presentation trowel that is in very good condition. The collar to the finial on the handle has a small part that has been chipped off. A minor imperfection (see photo). Specialists in Antique Pocket Watches & Vintage Wristwatches, Jewellery, Silver (including Scottish Provincial),Good Quality Antiques & Works of Art.
Please follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
SellerDeveron Jewellers
View all stock from
Deveron Jewellers
Private dealer
By appointment only
Aberdeenshire
Scotland
Tel : 0789 6411730
Non UK callers : +44 789 6411730
The trowel is hallmarked with the maker's mark "T.S" for Thomas Smily, the monarch's head duty mark (Queen Victoria), the Lion Passant silver mark, the Leopard's Head London town mark and date letter "l" for 1866/67. It is also stamped to the rear with the retailer's name "Hall & Co., Manchester."
It bears the following inscription
"Presented to George Slater Esq., on the occasion of his laying the Foundation Stone of the United Methodist Free Church, Barnton, June 5th 1867."
The English village of Barnton is located in Cheshire just south west of Manchester.
This is a lovely example of a very good quality presentation trowel that is in very good condition. The collar to the finial on the handle has a small part that has been chipped off. A minor imperfection (see photo). Specialists in Antique Pocket Watches & Vintage Wristwatches, Jewellery, Silver (including Scottish Provincial),Good Quality Antiques & Works of Art.
Please follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 14/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
DimensionsIt measures approximately 11 1/2" inches (290mm) in length overall. The blade approximately 6 1/2" inches (165mm).
Date 1867
Mid Victorian Antiques Material Silver
Origin English
Maker Timothy Smily
Condition In very good overall condition
Item code as246a1123
Status For Sale
£495.00
$623.16
€575.64
$623.16
€575.64
Conversion rates as of 14/MAY/2024. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer.
View all stock from
Deveron Jewellers
By appointment only
Aberdeenshire
Scotland
Tel : 0789 6411730
Non UK callers : +44 789 6411730
You may also be interested in
Italian Silver & Polychromed Enamel Clown
Vintage Silver Sewing Machine Needle Box
Silver Novelty Ships Wheel Bridge Marker
18th Century Silver Marriage Box, c.1750-1800
Pair of Stunning Silver Whist Markers
Edwardian Silver Hat Pin Stand
Silver Playing Cards Box.Ldn 1909.
Edwardian Novelty Silver Globe Gimbal String Box
Solid Silver Pocket Knife. William Needham.1910.
Mid 20th Century Japanese 950 Silver Yacht In Case
Late Victorian Solid Silver Hunting Horn Snuffer
A Silver Pig Hallmark 1925