{"product_id":"stunning-antique-victorian-sterling-silver-shell-butter-dish-and-spreader-1894","title":"Stunning Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Shell Butter Dish And Spreader - 1894","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA Really Stunning Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Butter Dish modelled as a deeply fluted scallop shell with a shaped and scalloped outer edge, sitting on three nicely modelled shell shaped feet. Elaborate chased floral decoration fills the raised side panels and gives the surface considerable depth and texture. A vacant heart-shaped cartouche is positioned at the upper edge beneath scrolling ornament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe accompanying butter spreader has a broad rounded blade engraved with sprays of flowers and foliage. Both pieces are presented in their original shaped fitted case lined with burgundy velvet and gathered red satin. Hallmarked for Sheffield, 1894.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e* The richly modelled shell transforms a practical table accessory into an accomplished piece of Victorian silverwork!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHeight: 1\" (approx. 2.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWidth: 4\" (approx. 10cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDepth: 5\" (approx. 12.5cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSilver weight of dish and spreader: 86g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTotal weight: 344g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn good condition – The silver shows only light surface wear consistent with age and gentle use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eItem Reference: KD53429\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kingsdown Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54278542950738,"sku":"KD53429","price":385.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/9114\/4018\/files\/20260528_151451_Antiques.jpg?v=1786888232","url":"https:\/\/www.kingsdownantiques.com\/products\/stunning-antique-victorian-sterling-silver-shell-butter-dish-and-spreader-1894","provider":"Kingsdown Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}