For your consideration is a stunning matched pair of antique British military silver menu “bill of fare” or place card holders. These militaria pieces feature the iconic "Flaming Grenade" insignia of the Grenadier Guards, the most senior regiment of the Guards Division.
Crafted in 1924, these holders represent the height of inter-war regimental silver. Each piece is mounted on a solid, rectangular stepped base, providing excellent stability for formal dining cards. Of note, 1924 was a period of high ceremonial tradition for the Guards in London and this Officer’s Silver was an art deco appeal to Regimental Mess.
The intricate detail on the flames is typical of high-end production. Notice how the "flames" are deeply chased and separate into distinct points. This was a more expensive manufacturing process than the simpler, flatter versions made by smaller firms.
Each base is clearly struck with a full set of English hallmarks:
Maker’s Mark: C&SCo Ltd (Charles S. Green & Co. Ltd.)
Standard Mark: Lion Passant (Sterling Silver .925)
Town Mark: Leopard’s Head (London)
Date Letter: Lowercase i (1924)
For historical context, by 1924, the Grenadier Guards were readjusting to peacetime ceremonial duties in London. Silver items like this were frequently sold through Garrard & Co (the Crown Jewellers) or specialized military tailors on Savile Row and Jermyn Street, even if they were physically manufactured by firms like Charles S. Green.
It was very common for British silver firms like Charles S. Green & Co. to produce "Regimental Silver." These would be used in the Officers' Mess during formal dinners or given as retirement gifts and commemorative pieces. Their work from the 1920s is particularly sought after for its heavy gauge and exceptional casting detail. Pieces bearing the C&SCo Ltd mark are highly regarded by collectors for representing the peak of inter-war British craftsmanship.
These each have a metal weight by design added inside the base for stability. The approximate dimensions and weight are 1.5”L x 2.5”W x 2.75”H and just over 315 grams (total for both).
These would make a premier addition to any collection of Militaria, Regimental Silver, or fine British Art Deco tablewares.
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