Beautiful Edwardian Round Dome Sterling Silver Front Desk / Reception Bell 

Fully Hallmarked , Assayed Birmingham, Date letter c 1902

Made By E.S Barnsley & Co, Frederik Street, Birmingham 

No Monograms Or Personal Messages.

Excellent Antique Condition 

Combined Weight : 194.9 Grams

 A fabulous quality Edwardian Sterling silver domed Front desk reception bell, In circular form with beautiful pierced floral motif work to the dome, the lower base is smooth with a rope twist outer edging. 

Standing on a three footed base, underneath the dome ( Chime chamber ) is covered in polished sterling silver. 

  The mechanism of the bells / chimes are in perfect working order.

To operate the bell merely turn the knob finial on top of the dome in a clockwise direction.

The bell sits firmly and level on the surface, its tone is a mellow chime, but loud enough, its a delightful & beautiful antique piece, that looks wonderful on a counter / front desk which is ready and able to work for many years to come,

The front desk bell sits firm and level on the surface, it really is a delightful & beautiful Edwardian antique that will enhance any desk / counter.

 

The bell will be supplied with a quality black velvet drawstring silver bag. 

Hallmarks are stamped on the middle of the domed bell housing ( smooth area )   please check photos,

Made by the fabulous bell maker & respected silversmith,

Edward Souter Barnsley & Co Ltd 

Frederik Street

Birmingham, 

Hallmarks read as,

E.S.B : Birmingham Anchor Assay Office : Lion Passant : c : for 1902

Makers Mark is partially rubbed but readable, all other hallmarks are slightly rub but easily readable. 

Condition 

Very Good antique condition, working very well, No Dents, dints or nasty scratches, No pierced work breaks the structure is very strong, bell mechanism is in perfect working order and the bells chime non dampened.

stands true and straight.

Beautifully polished. 

This beautiful piece is a genuine antique, it will show signs of age and use, however with this piece, nothing nasty or unsightly,

Dimensions approximately 

Height to top of Finial : 7.00 cm or 2.76” inch

Dome width ( central diameter)  : 8.8 cm or 3.46” inch 

Base Diameter : 9.00 cm or 3.54 ” inch

Combined Weight : 194.9  Grams 

Photos

Apologies for the reflections, photos were taken in a conservatory, hence the reflections.

This desk bell is polished, free from any shadows or dark patches, any such in the photos would be a reflection.

Please Checkout the Photos as  they are an important part of the description and they will reflect the condition, style and beauty of this sterling silver desk bell. 

Postage 

I shall pack very carefully to ensure the safe delivery to its new owner, I will post by Royal Mail Tracked 24 . 1-2 day delivery 

Overseas buyers are welcome, please use the attached Global shipping service provided.

Thank you 😊 for looking.