Antique Walker & Hall Sterling Silver Pepper Shaker, Birmingham 1920

A charming antique sterling silver pepper shaker by Walker & Hall, fully hallmarked in Birmingham in 1920. Dating from the reign of King George V, this early 20th-century table accessory features a classic baluster-shaped body raised on three ball feet and topped with a pierced domed lid.

The shaker has a pleasing traditional form and a compact size suitable for display or careful use as part of an antique table setting. Its visible signs of age form part of the history and character of a genuine English silver object more than a century old.

Details

Item: Antique sterling silver pepper or salt shaker

Maker: Walker & Hall

Origin: Birmingham, England

Date: 1920

Period: George V, early 20th century

Material: Sterling silver, 925 standard

Hallmarks: Birmingham 1920 sterling silver hallmarks with the maker’s mark for Walker & Hall; hallmarks are rubbed

Design: Baluster-shaped body with pierced domed lid and three ball feet

Height: Approx. 7.5 cm

Weight: Approx. 32.6 g

Condition

Fair antique condition with age-related wear consistent with previous use. The shaker has one larger dent and several smaller dents. The hallmarks are rubbed but remain identifiable. Please review the photographs carefully for the full condition.

Historical and Collector Context

Walker & Hall was a prominent English silversmithing and metalware firm associated with Sheffield and active across the late 19th and 20th centuries. The company produced a wide range of silver tableware, presentation pieces and practical domestic accessories.

This sterling silver shaker was hallmarked in Birmingham in 1920 during the reign of King George V. Its baluster form, pierced lid and three ball feet reflect the enduring popularity of traditional English table silver designs during the early 20th century. Despite its visible signs of use, it remains an appealing example of antique Walker & Hall silverware with authentic period character.

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.