Vintage Sterling Silver Salt and Pepper Shakers, Pair, Adie Brothers Ltd, Birmingham 1949

An elegant vintage pair of sterling silver salt and pepper shakers, crafted by Adie Brothers Ltd and fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1949. Dating to the reign of George VI, these refined English silver table accessories feature square bases, detachable pierced lids and decorative rims with shell-like detailing.

The balanced proportions and softly ornamented design give the pair a distinctive appearance while remaining practical for use at the table. Each shaker stands approximately 8 cm high, and the combined sterling silver weight is approximately 57.7 grams.

Beautifully preserved in excellent vintage condition, this matching pair would make an attractive addition to a collection of British silver, traditional tableware or refined dining accessories.

Details

• Item: Pair of vintage sterling silver salt and pepper shakers
• Maker: Adie Brothers Ltd
• Origin: Birmingham, England
• Date: 1949
• Period: George VI
• Material: Sterling silver
• Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked for Birmingham 1949
• Design: Square bases, detachable pierced lids and decorative rims with shell-like embellishments
• Height: Approx. 8 cm each
• Combined Weight: Approx. 57.7 grams
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of age and use.

Historical and Collector Context

Adie Brothers Ltd was an established Birmingham silversmithing firm associated with the production of practical and decorative silverware during the 20th century. Incorporated in 1906, the company manufactured a broad range of silver goods, including cruets, salts, mustard pots, casters, bowls, vanity accessories and tableware.

Salt and pepper shakers became familiar components of British dining services, combining everyday usefulness with the craftsmanship of traditional silver manufacture. Matching pairs with clearly documented hallmarks remain appealing to collectors because they retain both their practical function and their period character.

Dating to 1949, during the reign of George VI, this pair reflects the understated elegance of post-war English silver tableware. The Adie Brothers maker’s marks, Birmingham hallmarks, decorative shell-like detailing and excellent condition give the set lasting display and collector appeal.

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