Description
Antique Sterling Silver Salt Shaker Caddy Meridan Britannia International –
This is an antique sterling silver individual salt caddy for 3 small individual salt shakers. It is marked sterling along with the early hallmark for Meriden Britannia which was the precursor of the International Silver Co. This marking was used between 1892 and 1930s. Individual salt shakers graced most formal dining tables during this time period. This caddy came from a group of estate silver and was kept in excellent overall condition all these years. It was never monogrammed or inscribed. All original, Never altered. No repair. No dents or deep scratches. Minimal age wear. Has not been freshly polished out. Size is 4″ tall north to south from top of circle handle to bottom. Width east to west is 2″. Each salt shaker opening is 13/16″ for a comfortable fit. The bottom is footed and weight is 26.9 grams. This is a lovely antique estate silver item for your formal dining table.
