£350 - £550
A fine George V sterling silver four-division toast rack, hallmarked Chester, 1921. The rack features a rectangular base resting on four bun feet, with five arched wire divisions. It is surmounted by a distinctive "spade-shaped" central carry handle, a design popular in the early 20th-century Gothic Revival style. The hallmarks are struck clearly to the frame and remain in excellent condition.
Maker: Attributed to S. Blanckensee & Son Ltd
Origin: Chester, UK
Material: Sterling Silver (.925)
Period: George V (1921)
Dimensions: 8.5cm x 5.8cm x 9.5cm
Weight: 94g
Condition: Good; divisions are straight, light surface scratching consistent with age.
Auctioneer's Note: The Chester assay mark is a desirable addition for collectors of provincial English silver.
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