Sterling Silver 'Bird' Pepperette - Antique Victorian (1882)

Description

This exceptional antique Victorian cast sterling silver pepperette has been realistically modelled in the form of a chick.

This impressive silver bird pepperette has been embellished with details reproducing the fine definition of the plumage and facial features.

This sterling silver piece retains the original hallmarked push fit cover/head which features pierced 'pepper' holes.

The cover of this antique chick shaped pepper shaker is further ornamented with bead eyes.

Such large and original period examples are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

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