Antique 1849 Exeter Sterling Silver Cruet Set

John Stone (JS) • Cut Glass Double Liner • Swing Handle

A genuine mid-19th century English sterling silver cruet, hallmarked for Exeter, 1849, and attributed to silversmith John Stone.

This is a classic example of early Victorian tableware, combining practical design with restrained craftsmanship typical of provincial English silver.

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Details

* Maker: John Stone (JS)

* Assay Office: Exeter, England

* Date: 1849

* Material: Sterling Silver (hallmarked)

* Insert: Hand-cut glass, dual compartment

* Form: Cruet / condiment stand with swing handle

Includes a matching period spoon, appropriate to the set (originality not definitively confirmed).

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Design

The silver frame features pierced geometric decoration, supporting a removable cut glass liner divided into two compartments, traditionally used for salts, condiments, or table service.

The swing handle allows for ease of use and transport, a practical element common in Victorian dining pieces.

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Condition

* Structurally solid and complete

* Silver shows age-appropriate wear and patina

* Glass insert intact with minor wear consistent with use

* No visible major repairs or structural damage

Overall, a well-preserved example of a functional 19th-century silver form.

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Collectability

* Hallmarked early Victorian silver

* Exeter assay (less commonly encountered than London pieces)

* Identifiable maker

* Complete form with glass liner and spoon

A solid addition for collectors of English provincial silver or antique tableware.

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Final Notes

This is an authentic antique, not a reproduction.

Please review all photos carefully for condition and hallmark details.

Serious inquiries welcome.