Antique 19th Century English Sterling Silver & Crystal Cruet Set

A Fine Example of English Victorian Tableware

This antique cruet set was made in England during the 19th century, combining a sterling silver stand with cut-crystal condiment bottles a classic form of Victorian dining silverware, designed to hold oils, vinegars, and seasonings at the table.

Design Features

The pierced and scrolled silver base stands on shaped feet, with an ornate heart-form carrying handle at the centre. Multiple cut-crystal bottles with silver caps sit within the stand, along with a small silver-lidded condiment jar and spoon.

Condition

As a genuine 19th-century piece, this set shows honest wear consistent with its age — light surface wear to the repousse decoration and minor variation in condition across the individual bottle tops, typical of well-used period silverware. No evidence of repair or restoration.

Antique English Sterling Silver Cruet Set Specifications:

• Origin: England
• Period: 19th Century
• Material: Sterling Silver (stand and bottle caps), Cut Crystal (bottles)
• Height: 24cm
• Base Weight: 409g (silver stand with inset timber base)
• Condition: Antique, genuine wear consistent with age
  

FAQ

What is a cruet set used for?

A cruet set holds table condiments such as oil, vinegar, and seasonings, presented together in a decorative stand a staple of formal Victorian dining.

Does the 409g weight include the crystal bottles?

No, 409g refers to the silver stand and its inset timber base only; the crystal bottles are separate.

Is this set in restored condition?

No, it shows genuine, unrestored wear consistent with its 19th-century age, including light surface wear typical of period silverware.

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