{"product_id":"gorgeous-antique-silver-plated-nautilus-shell-spoon-warmer-circa-1860","title":"Gorgeous Antique Silver Plated Nautilus Shell Spoon Warmer – circa 1860","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA Really Gorgeous Antique Silver Plated Spoon Warmer made in the form of a nautilus shell on an ornate coral-style stand. The shell body is engraved with flowing, wave-like lines that accentuate the spiral form and add a lively surface pattern. A curled side element acts as a stylised handle made of coral, completing the marine-inspired silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe purpose of the piece is to keep serving spoons warm at the table, helping sauces and gravies stay fluid during service. A hinged lid is fitted to the top section, allowing the warmed interior space to be accessed neatly during use – circa 1860.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e* A spoon warmer is one of those refined table accessories that speaks quietly of formal dining and careful service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHeight: 4 3\/4\" (approx. 12cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWidth of base: 7 3\/4\" (approx. 19.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDepth of base: 3 1\/2\" (approx. 9cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTotal weight: 506g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn good condition – The silver plate shows only light surface wear consistent with age and gentle handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eItem Reference: KD53208\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kingsdown Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53142612967762,"sku":"KD53208","price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/9114\/4018\/files\/20260319_124805_Antiques.jpg?v=1775583191","url":"https:\/\/www.kingsdownantiques.com\/products\/gorgeous-antique-silver-plated-nautilus-shell-spoon-warmer-circa-1860","provider":"Kingsdown Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}