An elegant Victorian silver-gilt seal, dating from the late 19th century, featuring a tapering faceted amethyst handle mounted in a richly decorated silver-gilt base. The mount is adorned with fine floral motifs and ropework, enhancing the luxurious appeal of the piece.
Seals of this type were not only functional tools for authenticating documents but also personal objects of prestige, often reflecting the wealth and taste of their owner. The use of amethyst and gilt silver demonstrates the 19th-century preference for noble materials paired with refined craftsmanship.
This seal is housed in its original retailer’s box by Spink & Son Ltd, a distinguished London firm renowned for their fine antiques and luxury objects.
Height: 10.2 cm
Depth: 3.2 cm
Weight: 101 g
Period: Victorian, late 19th century
Handle: Faceted amethyst
Mount: Silver-gilt (silver with a thin layer of gold)
Box: Original retailer’s box, Spink & Son Ltd., 6 King Street, St. James, London
Good antique condition with minor wear consistent with age. The amethyst handle is intact and polished, and the silver-gilt retains its intricate detailing and lustre.
An elegant Victorian silver-gilt seal, dating from the late 19th century, featuring a tapering faceted amethyst handle mounted in a richly decorated silver-gilt base. The mount is adorned with fine floral motifs and ropework, enhancing the luxurious appeal of the piece.
Seals of this type were not only functional tools for authenticating documents but also personal objects of prestige, often reflecting the wealth and taste of their owner. The use of amethyst and gilt silver demonstrates the 19th-century preference for noble materials paired with refined craftsmanship.
This seal is housed in its original retailer’s box by Spink & Son Ltd, a distinguished London firm renowned for their fine antiques and luxury objects.
Height: 10.2 cm
Depth: 3.2 cm
Weight: 101 g
Period: Victorian, late 19th century
Handle: Faceted amethyst
Mount: Silver-gilt (silver with a thin layer of gold)
Box: Original retailer’s box, Spink & Son Ltd., 6 King Street, St. James, London
Good antique condition with minor wear consistent with age. The amethyst handle is intact and polished, and the silver-gilt retains its intricate detailing and lustre.
