Salt boat - .925 silver - Silver salt shaker
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Antique Mexican salt cellar in sterling silver (.925), spherical architectural design with a perforated removable lid, 2.5 × 2.5 × 4 cm, 15 g, origin Mexico, dating to the 1940s–1950s, in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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Original and elegant antique salt shaker of Mexican origin crafted in sterling silver, designed in an attractive spherical architectural form with a pierced lid and stylized radial lines decoration.
The piece features a very characteristic and refined construction, composed of an elevated base and a hemispherical central body topped by a removable perforated lid. Its design not only provides exceptional decorative character but also allows practical and uniform distribution of salt.
The shape recalls the modern lines of the mid-20th century, combining geometric simplicity with high-quality artisanal work. Objects like this were used both on elegant tables and as functional and decorative pieces.
Marked with Mexican hallmarks.
Origin: Mexico
Material: sterling silver 925
Form: sphere / sculptural design
Measurements:
Length: 2.5 cm
Width: 2.5 cm
Height: 4 cm
Weight: 15 g
Condition: good overall condition, with slight signs of aging and a gentle patina typical of silver. It retains a very good aesthetic presence.
Elegant and collectible piece, ideal for lovers of Mexican silversmithing, miniatures, and antique desk/table objects.
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Original and elegant antique salt shaker of Mexican origin crafted in sterling silver, designed in an attractive spherical architectural form with a pierced lid and stylized radial lines decoration.
The piece features a very characteristic and refined construction, composed of an elevated base and a hemispherical central body topped by a removable perforated lid. Its design not only provides exceptional decorative character but also allows practical and uniform distribution of salt.
The shape recalls the modern lines of the mid-20th century, combining geometric simplicity with high-quality artisanal work. Objects like this were used both on elegant tables and as functional and decorative pieces.
Marked with Mexican hallmarks.
Origin: Mexico
Material: sterling silver 925
Form: sphere / sculptural design
Measurements:
Length: 2.5 cm
Width: 2.5 cm
Height: 4 cm
Weight: 15 g
Condition: good overall condition, with slight signs of aging and a gentle patina typical of silver. It retains a very good aesthetic presence.
Elegant and collectible piece, ideal for lovers of Mexican silversmithing, miniatures, and antique desk/table objects.
The photo is part of the description.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
15 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title additional information
Silver salt shaker
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Mexico
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
4 cm
Width
2.5 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Estimated period
1940-1950
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