Antique English Sterling Silver Menu Holders, Set of Four, Fox Head & Crossed Crops, William Hutton & Sons Birmingham 1907–1908

About This Piece

A set of four antique English sterling silver menu holders with fox head and crossed crops, Birmingham 1907–1908, by William Hutton & Sons Ltd, with original presentation box. Each holder features a highly detailed fox head with two crossed crops behind it — a handsome piece of equestrian interest.

Formal Victorian and Edwardian dinner tables featured silver holders with handwritten menus — most often written in French, detailing the courses to be presented. Today they double beautifully as business card holders, place card holders, or for important correspondence.

Hallmarks & Provenance

English sterling silver, .925. Marked with the Lion Passant for sterling, Anchor for Birmingham assay office, date letter "h" for 1907 (one holder) and "I" for 1908 (three holders), and maker’s mark SS WH for William Hutton & Sons Ltd, Birmingham.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Birmingham, England
• Date: 1907–1908
• Maker: William Hutton & Sons Ltd, Birmingham
• Material: Sterling silver, .925
• Decoration: Detailed fox head with crossed crops
• Width: 2½"
• Base depth: 1½"
• Height: 1"
• Weight: 62 grams (set)
• Quantity: Set of 4
• Includes: Original presentation box
• Item ID: 007161

Condition

Very good. Minor surface scratches in accordance with age and use.

Shipping & Handling

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