{"product_id":"antique-english-sterling-silver-mustard-pot-open-salts-set-with-french-spoons-original-box","title":"Antique English Sterling Silver Mustard Pot \u0026 Open Salts Set with French Spoons \u0026 Original Box","description":"\u003cp\u003eElegant antique English Edwardian era Elkington \u0026amp; Co. hallmarked sterling silver 6pc mustard pot, pair of open salts and three French marked sterling sppons, beautifully preserved in the original gilt embossed black leatherette storage and\/or presentation box!  The hallmarks on the mustard and salts are for the Birmingham, England Elkington \u0026amp; Co., date marks are for 1901.  A gold stamp or embossed label on the inside of the lid reads \"ER (Edward Rex, King Edward VII) - By Appointment - Elkington \u0026amp; co. Ltd. - Liverpool\".  Hallmarks on the spoons are French so they're not original to the set but have interlaced \"TA\" or \"AT\" monograms on the handles and silversmith marks for Victor Boivin, Paris circa 1897. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElkington \u0026amp; Co. was a renowned silver manufacturer from Birmingham, England and often referenced as one of the most important 19th century silversmiths. The company exported silverware to various countries and gained international success and global presence.  The company was established in the 1830s by George Richards Elkington and his cousin, Henry Elkington; the company originally operated under the name G. R. Elkington \u0026amp; Co until, in 1842, Josiah Mason joined as a third partner, changing the firm’s name to Elkington, Mason, \u0026amp; Co..  Elkington \u0026amp; Co. were inspired by historical styles such as Renaissance and Rococo which set trends and decorative pieces to the 19th century. Their attention to detail and intricate designs were indications of the high quality of the work, which was significantly acknowledged by royalty and celebrities of the time, including the monarch Queen Victoria who commissioned household items, aiding their already increasing reputation. One of the further main high points of their career was obtaining an Imperial and Royal Warrant of Appointment from the emperor of Austria.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant addition to your fine dining table service!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good condition.  As noted, the spoons are not original.  The three original pieces (salts \u0026amp; mustard) are in wonderful shape with only a very minor dimple or two.  The mustard has the original cobalt glass liner, salts have no liners so may have lost them or never had any to begin with.  The box is as near pristine as could be.  See images for all individual measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68001151844606,"sku":"1126elkset","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0298\/3392\/0556\/files\/1126elkseta.jpg?v=1794029378","url":"https:\/\/antiques-uncommon-treasure.com\/products\/antique-english-sterling-silver-mustard-pot-open-salts-set-with-french-spoons-original-box","provider":"Antiques \u0026 Uncommon Treasure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}