Antique Indian Baby Rattle – Unmarked Silver, Hand-Worked Floral Design
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This fascinating vintage Indian rattle is an ornate example of traditional craftsmanship, featuring finely detailed repoussé and chased floral decoration. The spherical head is hollow and decorated with pierced patterns, designed to produce a gentle rattle when shaken, while the handle is adorned with intricate foliate motifs and finishes with a small cluster of bells on a ring.
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The piece is unmarked and not tested for silver, so we cannot confirm the metal content (reflected in the price). However, items of this type were often made in high-grade silver during the late 19th to early 20th century, and the appearance, style and patina are consistent with Indian silversmithing of that era. Its construction is lightweight, which is typical for Indian rattles and other repoussé objects, combining practicality with decorative appeal.
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Traditionally, silver rattles were gifted to infants in wealthy families as both toys and charms, believed to bring protection, good fortune, and health. Today, this piece serves as a striking objet d’art, appealing to collectors of Indian antiques, silver curiosities, and decorative baby items from the colonial period.
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Origin: India
Date: c. 1900 (late 19th – early 20th century)
Material: Unmarked, not tested (metal content unknown)
Condition: Good vintage condition, with light wear and patina consistent with age
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Size: Approx. 10cm length
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A charming and highly decorative antique Indian rattle that captures the beauty of hand-crafted design. Whether displayed as part of a collection of Indian silver, or as an unusual conversation piece, this rattle embodies both history and artistry. charming and highly decorative antique Indian rattle that captures the beauty of hand-crafted design. Whether displayed as part of a collection of Indian silver, or as an unusual conversation piece, this rattle embodies both history and artistry.
