Silversmiths Collection

Military badge jewellery, WW1
Advertisement for regimental badges available from the Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company. Made of gold or palladium, they were set with diamonds or other precious stones. Date: 1917

HOLMES OF BOND STREET
Three well-heeled ladies chat outside the shop front of Holmes, silversmiths and jewellers, Bond Street, London. Date: 1960s

Shops / Jeweller C1905
The exterior of Jay, Richard Attenborough & Co Ltd in Oxford Street, London, who advertise themselves as goldsmiths, silversmiths and diamond merchants

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Victorian items 1896
A selection of Victorian household items; twin oil and vinegar bottles, solid silver candlestick holders, ornate mounted hair brush, cut crystal scent bottle, chased silver lamp with burner

An advertisement for the Goldsmiths & Silversmith Company, 19th century
5311530 An advertisement for the Goldsmiths & Silversmith Company, 19th century; (add.info.: Date: 1895); Universal History Archive/UIG.

Factory and foundry Don Leoncio Meneses (colour engraving)
3600125 Factory and foundry Don Leoncio Meneses (colour engraving); (add.info.: Factory and foundry Don Leoncio Meneses. Workers in the workshop of silversmiths and lathes)

Silversmiths work (litho)
6013637 Silversmiths work (litho) by Skinner, Edward Frederick (1865-1924); Private Collection; (add.info.: Silversmiths work)

Jeweller and Antique Silver Dealer - Arthur & Co. 36 New Bond Street, London. Now Delvaux - a high end handbag shop, thankfully retaining many of the period frontage feature depicted here. Date: 1906

The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company Ltd of Regent Street, London. The images show three examples of military jewellery, including a 1st Life Guards badge

Illustration of Wedding presents, from Mappin and Webb
Wedding presents, from Mappin and Webb. Illustration showing, clock with barometer, tongs, serving dish and sauce boat, silver vase, and butter dish

Hardy Bros Advertisement
An advertisement for Hardy Bros Ltd, Sydney based jewellers and silversmiths, with a decorative red border, promoting gem set watches, including an octagonal wrist watch in platinum

The Alexander Clark Company Advertisement
Advertisement for The Alexander Clark Company Ltd, Manufacturing goldsmiths, silversmiths, jewellers, cutlers and dressing bag makers. Image shows a wide variety of Gem rings for all occasions

Exterior of Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company, premises at 112 Regent Street, London. Date: 1898

Drawing of Viking gold armlet from Ireland, c. 1812-13 (pen, ink & wash on paper)
1765208 Drawing of Viking gold armlet from Ireland, c.1812-13 (pen, ink & wash on paper) by Smirke, Richard (1778-1815); 24x31 cm; Society of Antiquaries of London

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1623280 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 April 1886)

Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Taylor and Perry, trade card (engraving)
984103 Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Taylor and Perry, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Taylor and Perry)

Advert for Xmas presents in solid silver at the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company, 112 Regent Street, London. Four solid silver owl menu holders; salt cellars and spoons, two muffineers

Advert for Sterling toilet Service from Goldsmiths & Silversmiths, London, 1925 showing cloth brush, powder jar, hair brush, dressing comb and hand mirror Date: 1925

Advert for earrings from the Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company Ltd, London, 1925 Date: 1925

Mixed gender evening class at an arts school 1909
A mixed gender evening class at the Birmingham School for Jewellers and Silversmiths, a Branch of the Municipal School of Art

Shewbright Gold and Silversmith (engraving)
587147 Shewbright Gold and Silversmith (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Facade of Shewbright Gold and Silversmith, London)

Workshop of Navajo Silversmith (engraving)
980415 Workshop of Navajo Silversmith (engraving) by American School, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Workshop of Navajo Silversmith)

Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, George Houstoun, trade card (engraving)
984105 Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, George Houstoun, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, George Houstoun)

Houses on the north side of Leadenhall Street, erected on the site of those destroyed by the extensive fire of 1765
583632 Houses on the north side of Leadenhall Street, erected on the site of those destroyed by the extensive fire of 1765 (engraving) by English School

Gold and silversmiths shop, 15th Century (colour litho)
977940 Gold and silversmiths shop, 15th Century (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Gold and silversmiths shop, 15th Century.); © Look and Learn

Wedding Present from the City of Berlin, to the Crown Prince and Princess of Prussia by The Messrs Vollgold
958228 Wedding Present from the City of Berlin, to the Crown Prince and Princess of Prussia by The Messrs Vollgold, Silversmiths (chromolitho) by English School

Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Thomas Daniell, trade card (engraving)
984099 Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Thomas Daniell, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Thomas Daniell)

Page of Advertisements (engraving)
1603615 Page of Advertisements (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Page of Advertisements. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 8 October 1892)

Arch of the Gold- and Silversmiths, Rome, 1682 (engraving)
478372 Arch of the Gold- and Silversmiths, Rome, 1682 (engraving) by Desgodets, Antoine Babuty (1653-1728); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arcus Argentariorum, or Arch of the money-changers)

Trade card for Edwards and Ball, jewellers, silversmiths and cutlers, 52 High Street, Birmingham (engraving)
6032200 Trade card for Edwards and Ball, jewellers, silversmiths and cutlers, 52 High Street, Birmingham (engraving) by English School

Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, In Jackson, trade card (engraving)
984112 Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, In Jackson, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, In Jackson, trade card)

Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Briscoe and Morrison, trade card (engraving)
984104 Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Briscoe and Morrison, trade card (engraving) by English School, (18th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Goldsmiths and Silversmiths, Briscoe and Morrison)

Preston Guild (engraving)
1586986 Preston Guild (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Preston Guild. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 September 1842)

Broadway on Sunday, looking North from Nineteenth Street (b / w photo)
5215396 Broadway on Sunday, looking North from Nineteenth Street (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Broadway on Sunday)

Robert Adams, Antiques Dealer who has a shop in Sheldon, Birmingham, pictured with silver tea set, 1st March 1973

Advert for Hancock & Co. novelty jewellery 1890 Advert for Hancock & Co
Novelty jewellery for Christmas. Date: 1890

Silversmiths at work at the Christophle Flatware Factory in Paris, pub. 1875. Creator
Silversmiths at work at the Christophle Flatware Factory in Paris, pub. 1875 (engraving), 1875. Usine de Paris. — Grand atelier d orfe vrerie

Spoons, forks and fish knives, Plate 220
Spoons and forks, fish knives and forks, electro silver plated on best nickel silver, Plate 220. Date: circa 1880s

Trade catalogue of Martin, Hall and Co Ltd. Silversmiths, Electro Plate and Cutlery Manufacturers, Shrewsbury Works
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: 683.82 SSTQ

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Edwardian jewellery
Selection of novelty jewellery inspired my nature. Date: 1901

Association of Diamond Merchants Jewellers 1893
An assortment of elegant and inexpensive novelty Victorian jewellery. Special old gold and silver and precious stones taken in exchange or bought for cash

Advertisement for Mappin and Webb Ltd. Royal Works, Norfolk Street
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP Folder 62

Hat pin stands and other silver and electro-plated items manufactured by Martin, Hall and Co Ltd
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: 683.82 SSTQ

Crumb scoops, manufactured by Martin, Hall and Co Ltd. Silversmiths, Electro Plate and Cutlery Manufacturers
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: 683.82 SSTQ

Sterling silver model of one of the earlier type of tanks, made by Walker and Hall
From Walker and Hall catalogue c. 1925 (Local Studies 739. 2 SSTQ)

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths jewellery 1901
Selection of Edwardian novelty jewellery for Christmas gifts. 1901

Advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths jewellery 1886
A selection of Victorian ornamental decorative pearl and diamond jewellery. 1886

Advert for Henry Lewis & Co novelty sporting jewellery 1893
A selection of hunting jewellery, available from Henry Lewis & Co in New Bond Street, London. 1893

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Silversmiths, the artisans of elegance and craftsmanship, have long adorned our world with their exquisite creations. From the historic HOLMES OF BOND STREET to the charming shops and jewellers of C1905, their legacy continues to shine. Delving into the past, an advert for Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Victorian items from 1896 reveals a treasure trove of timeless beauty. Intriguingly, it also played a role in history's most significant events. During WW1, they transformed military badges into stunning pieces of jewellery that carried stories within them. The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Advertisement captures this spirit of commemoration. Weddings have always been synonymous with silverware as illustrated by Mappin and Webb's collection of wedding presents. Each piece tells a tale of love and commitment through its intricate designs. Not limited to London alone, Hardy Bros Advertisement showcases how silversmithing transcends borders and captivates hearts worldwide. Meanwhile, The Alexander Clark Company Advertisement reminds us that innovation knows no bounds when it comes to these master craftsmen. The exterior view of Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Company at 112 Regent Street in 1898 transports us back in time—a testament to their enduring presence throughout history. Spoons, forks, fish knives—Plate 220 unveils an array of utensils crafted by Martin Hall & Co Ltd. , showcasing their expertise as silversmiths extraordinaire based in Sheffield around 1900. From trade catalogues to advertisements spanning decades, one thing remains constant: the passion for perfection exhibited by these talented individuals who transform raw materials into works of art. The Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Advertisement encapsulates this dedication beautifully. Silversmithing is not merely a craft; it is an art form that enriches lives with its sheer brilliance.