Silver Mounted Boar Tusk Candlesticks John Rodgers

Description Sterling Silver Mounts From our Silver collection, we are delighted to introduce to the market this fantastic pair of Silver Mounted Boar Tusk Candlesticks by John Rodgers. The Candlesticks made from natural boar tusk mounted with an octagonal sterling silver base with mounted scrollwork and a sterling silver sconce with repousse ribbon work. The Silver Mounted Boar Tusk Candlesticks are hallmarked Sheffield, Sterling by John Rodgers & Sons and dated to the late Victorian period 1897. Measurements (inches) 8 High x 5.9 Long x 4.3 Wide Literature Mark Goodger 25th Anniversary Catalogue Page 70 John Rodgers & Sons originally began as cutlery manufacturers in Sheffield, England. The company was founded in 1724 by John Rodgers who was later joined by his three sons, John, Joseph and Maurice. The company moved to 6 Norfolk St. Sheffield in the 1780s for and remained there until the late 1920s. In 1800 the firm was renamed Joseph Rodgers & sons and the company expanded specialised in pens, pocket knives and towards the latter 1800’s exhibition displays. The company bought George Wostenholm and Son Ltd in 1971 but stopped trading in 1983.In 1986, the Rodgers name was bought by Egginton Brothers. Sterling Silver is an alloy composed by weight of 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper. The sterling silver standard has a minimum millesimal fineness (parts per thousand) of 925. Victorian, an era of British History corresponding approximately with the reign of Queen Victoria from the 20th of June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901 however, there are arguments stating that the Victorian era is actually from 1820 until 1914 proceeded by Georgian era and followed by the Edwardian era. With every purchase from Mark Goodger Antiques, you will receive our latest catalogue, a Certificate of Authenticity, detailed care instructions for your chosen piece and an independent invoice (for insurance purposes) will be enclosed. As well as being protected by a no-hassle, money-back policy, your piece will be entirely insured during the shipping process to ensure the safety of your item.