A charming and highly collectible antique Victorian silver plate miniature boot, beautifully cast in exceptional detail with a realistic pointed toe, low stacked heel, and a softly folded cuff at the ankle. The hollow interior opens at the top, suggesting use as a vesta match case, toothpick holder, pen nib holder, or decorative desk accessory ā all popular novelty items among Victorian gentlemen and ladies of taste. Stamped with the maker's initials "JB" in a rectangular cartouche on the instep, this piece is consistent with Birmingham or Sheffield silver plate production from the late Victorian to Edwardian era, circa 1880 to 1910. The silver plate shows natural age patina and wear to the toe and sole, revealing the white metal base beneath ā all entirely consistent with genuine age and honest use. A wonderful example of Victorian figural silverware that displays beautifully on a shelf, desk, or in a collection of antique miniatures.
āØ Details
Antique miniature silver plate boot figurine ā circa 1880 to 1910
Highly detailed realistic ankle boot form with pointed toe and low heel
Hollow open top ā likely a vesta case, toothpick or pen nib holder
Maker stamped "JB" in rectangular cartouche on instep
Natural age patina and plating wear to toe and sole ā structurally sound
Origin: England ā Birmingham or Sheffield silver plate manufacture
š Approximate Sizes
Length: approx. 8 cm
Height: approx. 5 cm
Weight: 138 g
šŖµ Material & Origin
Material: Silver plate over white metal
Maker mark: JB (British silver plate maker)
Era: Late Victorian to Edwardian circa 1880 to 1910
Country of manufacture: England
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