Antique 1911 Edwardian Walker and Hall silver topped London Hallmark ribbed jar

Antique 1911 Edwardian Walker and Hall silver topped London Hallmark ribbed jar.

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This lovely, screw topped dressing table jar was probably used for hair or hat pins. There is a clear Hallmark.  With lovely art nouveau decorations to sides and engraving to top.

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Some age related wear

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9 cm tall 4 cm round

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Walker & Hall was a prominent British silversmith and electroplating company, established in Sheffield in 1845 by George Walker. Initially, it was known as Walker & Co., then Walker, Coulson & Hall, before settling on Walker & Hall in 1853 when Henry Hall became a partner. The company became a limited liability company in 1920 and later merged with Mappin & Webb and Elkington & Co. in 1963 to form British Silverware Ltd. 1845: George Walker, formerly an assistant to Dr. John Wright, started his own silversmith business in Sheffield.

1853: Henry Hall joined the company, and it was renamed Walker & Hall.

Early years: Walker & Hall focused on electroplating and produced a wide range of silverware, including tableware, cutlery, flatware, and hollowware.

Growth: The company expanded rapidly, establishing showrooms and branches throughout Great Britain and internationally, including locations in Australia and South Africa.

1920: Walker & Hall became a limited liability company, Walker & Hall Ltd.

1963: The company merged with Mappin & Webb and Elkington & Co. to form British Silverware Ltd.

Later years: British Silverware Ltd. was eventually acquired by Sears Holdings Ltd.

Throughout its history, Walker & Hall was known for its high-quality craftsmanship and innovative designs, becoming one of the leading silversmiths of its time.