Sterling Silver Toast Rack - Antique Victorian (1851)

This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver toast rack has a rounded sub-lobed form.

The toast rack has six compartments divided by a rounded arched frame, penetrated by a central tri-lobed shaped carrying handle.

The hallmarked rounded rectangular shaped base has a plain central strut and is embellished with a contemporary bright cut engraved crest displaying out of a coronet a swan.

The rack is supported by four impressive Regency style paw feet.

The underside of this exceptional antique silver toast rack bears the retailer's mark 'Garrards, Panton Street, London'.

This antique toast rack is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the base frame are all very clear; the hallmarks have been deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Victorian silverware.

Length 17.7cm/7"

Width 11.7cm/4.6"

Height to top of handle 14.7cm/5.8"

18.4 troy ounces/572g