This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver coaster has a plain cylindrical form to a domed spreading base.

The anterior surface of this impressive coaster is encircled with embossed vertical pales to the lower portion.

The upper portion of this silver wine bottle holder/coaster is embellished with impressive embossed bud festoons, suspended from floral medallions.

The undulating shaped upper rim is embellished with an applied floral and bead decorated border.

This antique bottle coaster is fitted with two cast sterling silver handles ornamented with leaf textures to the sockets.

The underside of this sterling silver wine coaster bears the retailer's mark 'Mappin & Webb, London'.

NOTE: The majority of such bottle coasters have a wooden base; it is a sign of quality when coasters have unlined, solid silver bases.

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This antique silver wine bottle holder/coaster is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The coaster has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition

The embossed, cast and applied decoration is very sharp.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the body are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique Edwardian silverware.

Length across handles 13.3cm/5.2"

Diameter 12.8cm/5"

Height 18.5cm/7.3"

19.8 troy ounces/617g