Pair of Antique George V Sterling Silver Large Pepperettes Shakers by William Comyns & Sons (1925 & 1926)
Price: $595.00 CAD
A Consecutive-Year Story of Two Marks: The Secret Shared by a Silver Set
This pair of sterling silver pepperettes, matched by pattern number B1346, offers a glimpse into a pivotal moment in the renowned William Comyns & Sons workshop. While physically identical in their elegant form, the hallmarks reveal a story of familial transition in London, 1925–1926.
One piece, hallmarked with the letter “k” (1925), bears the RC maker’s mark of Richard Comyns. The companion piece, marked with the letter “l” (1926), features the transitional C&R / C mark adopted following the passing of his brother and partner, Charles, in late 1925. Produced in consecutive years, these pieces, which are detailed in the sources, reflect the continuity of Comyns’ craftsmanship through a period of loss, with both pieces sharing the same design legacy, as noted in the sources.
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- Description: A, fully authentic, early 20th-century British sterling silver pair with a classic Georgian-revival baluster shape, featuring intricate pierced scrolling covers and multi-tiered finials.
- Hallmarks: London assay, walking lion (sterling). One shaker bears the “k” (1925) and RC mark, the other features the “l” (1926) with the C&R / C mark. Both are stamped with pattern number B1346. [1]
- Era: George V
- Dimensions: ~4 1/8″ height
- Weight: 81 grams total
Our Preservation Policy:
We intentionally do not polish or clean our silver, choosing instead to leave it in its natural, time-earned condition. This allows our clients the freedom to appreciate the current vintage patina or to have the pieces cleaned to their own preference, ensuring they suit their individual taste and intended use.