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Sell Your Antique English or Irish Silver for the Highest Price with Kingsley & Co

Updated: May 4

Antique silver tea & coffer service

Are you looking to sell your antique silver and achieve the best possible price? Whether you own a treasured Georgian tea set, a Victorian silver tankard, or exquisite Irish silver spoons, choosing the right buyer is key to unlocking its true value. At Kingsley & Co, we specialise in purchasing fine English and Irish silver, offering competitive prices and a seamless, trustworthy service.

 

Why Antique English and Irish Silver Is So Highly Valued

 

England and Ireland boast a rich history of exceptional silversmithing, with hallmarks dating back centuries. From the intricate craftsmanship of Dublin’s 18th-century silversmiths to the bold designs of London and Birmingham workshops, these pieces are not just functional — they are works of art and history.

 

Collectors and investors worldwide are keenly interested in antique silverware, particularly items with:

  • Clear, legible hallmarks

  • Prestigious maker’s marks (such as Paul Storr, Hester Bateman, or Cork silversmiths)

  • Original, unrestored condition

  • Rare designs or historical provenance

 

At Kingsley & Co, specialist silver makers from the 18th and 19th centuries are always at the top of our list. Silver pieces originally commissioned for great houses and aristocratic estates are highly prized for their superb craftsmanship, historical importance, and often grander scale.

 

Why Choose Kingsley & Co?

 

At Kingsley & Co, we bring decades of experience in the fine metals and antiques trade. When you sell to us, you benefit from:

  • Expert Appraisal: Our knowledgeable specialists carefully assess each piece to ensure you receive an accurate, market-driven offer.

  • Immediate Offers: No waiting weeks for an auction; we provide instant valuations and same-day payment.

  • Top Market Prices: As we work with private collectors and investors, we can often offer better prices than standard dealers or auction houses.

  • Confidential, Professional Service: We value your trust and discretion. All transactions are handled with the utmost professionalism and privacy.

 

What We Buy

 We are particularly interested in a wide range of English and Irish antique silver, including:

  • Tea sets and coffee pots

  • Candelabra and candlesticks

  • Flatware sets

  • Tankards, goblets, and chalices

  • Salvers, trays, and bowls

  • Snuff boxes and vinaigrettes

  • Mansion silver pieces and estate silver

  • Irish silver marked by Dublin, Cork, or Limerick makers

 

How to Sell Your Antique Silver

 Selling your antique silver to Kingsley & Co is simple:

  1. Contact Us: Send us photographs and descriptions of your items via our website or WhatsApp.

  2. Receive a Free valuation: Our experts will review your silver and provide a no-obligation valuation.

  3. Arrange an appointment: Depending on your location, you can visit our London premises or use our insured shipping service.

  4. Get Paid instantly: Once your item is appraised in person, we make an immediate payment by bank transfer or cash.

 

 

Maximise the Value of Your Antique Silver Today

 Don’t leave the sale of your precious silver to chance. Trust Kingsley & Co to unlock its full value with honesty, expertise, and care.


Notable English and Irish Silversmiths:

  • Paul Storr – One of England’s most celebrated silversmiths, known for grand, finely detailed pieces often commissioned by aristocracy and royalty.

  • Rundell, Bridge & Rundell – Royal Goldsmiths to King George IV; created silver for stately homes and royal palaces.

  • Garrard & Co – Crown jewellers and silversmiths to the monarchy, famed for high-quality large service pieces.

  • Hester Bateman – Famous for elegant Georgian silverware, highly collectible today.

  • Benjamin Smith – Partnered with Paul Storr, known for massive and intricate mansion commissions.

  • William Eley & William Fearn – Important flatware makers for prestigious households.

  • James Dixon & Sons – Renowned for high-end silver pieces made in Sheffield.

  • Richard Sawyer – A noted Cork silversmith in Ireland during the late 18th century.

  • Samuel Neville – Prominent Dublin silversmith in the mid-18th century.

  • Cork Silversmiths (Carden, Bennett) – Important provincial Irish makers linked to wealthy merchant families and estates.

 

At Kingsley & Co, we actively seek silver crafted by some of history’s most celebrated silversmiths. Names such as Paul Storr, Rundell, Bridge & Rundell, Garrard & Co, and Hester Bateman are especially desirable. We also have strong demand for fine Irish silver from makers like Richard Sawyer of Cork and Samuel Neville of Dublin.

 If your piece carries the hallmark of a prestigious maker, it could command a significant premium.

 

 Contact us today for a free, no-obligation valuation and discover why collectors and sellers across the United Kingdom choose Kingsley & Co when it comes to selling antique English and Irish silver.

 

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