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Antique Silver Topped 'Hair Tidy',  Hallmarked in London, 1910 Antique Silver Topped 'Hair Tidy',  Hallmarked in London, 1910

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Silver Topped 'Hair Tidy', Hallmarked in London, 1910

£60.00

A silver topped glass pot that is well over 100 years old and still looking marvellous!  What is a hair tidy I hear you ask! Well in the Victorian and Edwardian eras, and beyond, they were commonly used by ladies to store hair that was...

A jar shaped glass pot, topped by a shiny silver lid. The glass is decorated with deco style swags and bows design in the top half, plain at the bottom. Antique Silver Topped Glass 'Tidy Pot' Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1921

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Antique Silver Topped Glass 'Tidy Pot' Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1921

£70.00

Shiny silver, sparkly glass and a Deco design, wonderful! This pretty, elegant glass pot has a high polished sterling silver lid and an interesting diamond cut Deco swag pattern in the glass. It was hallmarked in Birmingham in 1921 by (wait for it!)  Cornelius Desarmeaux...

Antique Silver Topped Glass Dressing Table Tidy,  Hallmarked in Chester, 1912. Antique Silver Topped Glass Dressing Table Tidy,  Hallmarked in Chester, 1912.

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Antique Silver Topped Glass Dressing Table Tidy, Hallmarked in Chester, 1912.

£78.00

Wow, over 100 years old and still looking beautiful! This elegant glass pot has a high polished sterling silver top. It was hallmarked in Chester in 1912. It is the perfect place to keep your precious little treasures. 1912, the year that Lawrence Oates, a member...

Clear glass bottle with silver lid on a beige background Antique Silver Topped Glass Pot,  Hallmarked in London, 1843.

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Antique Silver Topped Glass Pot, Hallmarked in London, 1843.

£68.00

An elegant antique to bring a touch of history and style to your home. This handsome glass pot, with a 'Lighthouse' design, has a high polished sterling silver top, with ornate cut-out patterns. It was hallmarked in London in 1843 by Edward, John and William...

Silver decorative vesta case with intricate patterns on a beige background Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham 1901

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Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham 1901

£110.00

These lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can be worn...

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1888. Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1888.

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1888.

£110.00

These lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can make gorgeous...

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1898. Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1898.

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1898.

£118.00

These lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can be worn...

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1902. Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1902.

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1902.

£110.00

These lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can be worn...

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester 1902 Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester 1902

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester 1902

£88.00

These lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can be worn...

Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked London, 1904 Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked London, 1904

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Antique Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked London, 1904

£85.00

These lovely little cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. They began to be made after the invention of friction matches, or vestas, around the 1830-40s. Nowadays they can be worn...

Antique Sterling Silver Brooch Hallmarked in Birmingham 1890. Antique Sterling Silver Brooch Hallmarked in Birmingham 1890.

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Antique Sterling Silver Brooch Hallmarked in Birmingham 1890.

£45.00

Brooches have been a popular piece of jewellery for many years, in fact they are having a resurgence at the moment, so it is wonderful to find an antique brooch that is still stylish in modern times. This attractive antique silver brooch was hallmarked in...

Antique Sterling Silver Brooch Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1834. Antique Sterling Silver Brooch Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1834.

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Antique Sterling Silver Brooch Hallmarked in Birmingham, 1834.

£58.00

It's interesting that brooches are trending in the jewellery world at the moment and yet we can find one dating back 190 years! This attractive antique silver brooch was hallmarked in Birmingham in 1834. Styles may have changed but it is easy to appreciate how...

Antique Sterling Silver Ladle, Hallmarked London, 1834. Antique Sterling Silver Ladle, Hallmarked London, 1834.

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Antique Sterling Silver Ladle, Hallmarked London, 1834.

£125.00

This ladle is 190 years old. Just imagine what it may have seen in its time, what occasions it has graced. Maybe it was used for a dinner at a grand country house! This antique silver ladle was hallmarked in London in 1834, by Randall...

Shiny silver thimble decorated with a repeated dot indentation all over except for the high polished rim. Antique Sterling Silver Thimble Hallmarked in Chester, 1905.

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Antique Sterling Silver Thimble Hallmarked in Chester, 1905.

£38.00

This delicate antique silver thimble was hallmarked in Chester in 1905, by Henry Griffiths and Sons. The same year that Cadburys produced their first ever Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate bar, Chelsea Football Club was founded, and Aspirin was first sold in the UK. It is...

Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham 1904. Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham 1904.

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Birmingham 1904.

£72.00

These lovely little antique cases were used to keep matches in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. Nowadays they can be worn as a striking locket pendant, or can make gorgeous little keepsakes Hallmarked in Birmingham in...

Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester, 1903. Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester, 1903.

Smithsonia Gifts

Antique Sterling Silver Vesta Case, Hallmarked Chester, 1903.

£115.00

These exquisite little hinged cases were originally made in response to the invention of friction matches, to keep them in, to keep them dry and to have them to hand when they were needed. Nowadays they can be worn as an unusual locket pendant, or...

long silver and peridot earrings . Peridot is a fresh cheerful light green. A teardrop shaped and faceted pridot stone is set below a decorated half cone shape which a three smaller round peridots set around it Antique Style Long Peridot Drop Earrings.

Kali Ma Designs

Antique Style Long Peridot Drop Earrings.

£105.00

Inspired by antique Indian jewellery these gorgeous green peridot earrings will bring cheer, catch the eye, and add a little bit of boho chic to your look. Pretty Peridot, the birthstone for August,  is considered a joyful, warm, friendly stone that can ease anger and jealousy...

Beaded bracelet with green and silver beads on a light wooden surface Antique Style Silver Bead and Peridot Bracelet

Smithsonia Gifts/Emily Merrix

Antique Style Silver Bead and Peridot Bracelet

£59.95

A charming bracelet with pretty Peridot stones. It has been designed and handmade exclusively for us at Smithsonia by Emily Merrix. Emily has combined these cheerful gemstones with antique style silver beads for an alluring look with a touch of boho chic. Peridot is the...

Apatite and Silver Earrings With Gold-Plated Beads by Emily Merrix. Apatite and Silver Earrings With Gold-Plated Beads by Emily Merrix.

Smithsonia Gifts/Emily Merrix

Apatite and Silver Earrings With Gold-Plated Beads by Emily Merrix.

£31.95

These attractive earrings have been specially designed and made for Smithsonia, using a pretty combination of the mesmerising blue hues of apatite, oxidised silver beads and beautiful bright gold-plated silver beads.  Apatite is believed to improve energy and enthusiasm.  The total drop is 4.5 cm,...

Apatite, Amazonite and Decorative Silver Earrings by Emily Merrix. Apatite, Amazonite and Decorative Silver Earrings by Emily Merrix.

Smithsonia Gifts/Emily Merrix

Apatite, Amazonite and Decorative Silver Earrings by Emily Merrix.

£35.95

These unusual earrings have been specially designed and made for Smithsonia, using a pretty combination of the greeny blue hues of kyanite and apatite, as well as bright silver beads. Long, delicate and totally lovely! Apatite is believed to improve energy and enthusiasm. Amazonite, named...

Arch Shaped Vintage Silver Napkin Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1949. Arch Shaped Vintage Silver Napkin Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1949.

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Arch Shaped Vintage Silver Napkin Ring, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1949.

£48.00

A lovely vintage piece which is both stylish and practical! This vintage silver napkin ring was hallmarked in Birmingham in 1949 by Henry Griffith & Sons of Warstone lane.  1949 - the same year that the rationing of clothing ended in the UK and George...

Art Deco Silver and Turquoise Earrings Art Deco Silver and Turquoise Earrings

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Art Deco Silver and Turquoise Earrings

£65.95

These stylish silver and turquoise earrings have an elegant Art Deco style to add the perfect finish to your outfit. Turquoise is the birthstone for December and is a symbol of friendship, and believed to stimulate romantic love. The total drop is 4.8 cm, including the...

Art Deco Style Marcasite and Silver Drop Earrings. Art Deco Style Marcasite and Silver Drop Earrings.

Daniels Silver

Art Deco Style Marcasite and Silver Drop Earrings.

£51.95

Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! Such an stylish pair of earrings, with the elegance of times gone by. To me, they have the look of a Flapper Girl in her fringed dress. Made from sterling silver and pretty marcasite stones, they have a true look of the...

Pair of hoop earrings with marcasite stones on a light wood surface Art Deco Style Marcasite and Sterling Silver Drop Earrings.

Daniels Silver

Art Deco Style Marcasite and Sterling Silver Drop Earrings.

£29.95

Such a stylish pair of earrings, with the elegant style of times gone by. Made from sterling silver and pretty marcasite stones, they have a look of the Art Deco era. Perfect for a glamorous night out. The open oval dangles prettily from the slim...