Sterling Silver Pepper Castor by Charles Wilkes, Birmingham, 1893. 19th Century The napkin ring remains in

The napkin ring remains in a good condition overall with some light scratching consistent with age

opens to reveal four small brass handled draws and seven framed pigeon holes

thus it appears to be a later deliberate alteration to the design (please see photographs)

Dimensions (closed)

blue guilloche enamel and cut glass scent / perfume bottle

Sterling Silver Pepper Castor by Charles Wilkes, Birmingham, 1893. 19th Century The napkin ring remains inA sterling silver pepper castor by Charles Wilkes, Birmingham, 1893. Charles Wilkes first registered as a silver maker in 1893, making this pepper castor one of the first pieces produced under the name. The hallmarks remain clearly visible. The castor boasts its original lid with associated hallmarks. The castor has some minor denting to the lower portion, but otherwise remains in a good condition. Dimensions Height: 8cm Weight: 23 grams