Celebrating Silver

Timed Online Auction, 10 - 29 October 2025

The Mary Eleanor Hibbert Collection II
About the Session

After the resounding success of the Cape silver auction in June 2025, we are pleased to unveil part II of the Mary Eleanor Hibbert Collection containing English and Continental silver which spans from the Georgian era to the 20th century. Mary Eleanor was an avid collector for over 30 years with an enduring passion for silver.


Sold for

ZAR 6 607
Lot 23
  • An Edward VII silver and mother-of-pearl fruit set, James Deakin & Sons, 1901


Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 6 607

About this Item

Sheffield
An Edward VII silver and mother-of-pearl fruit set, James Deakin & Sons, 1901
comprising: twelve knives, twelve forks, each blade engraved with floral motifs, cased
(24)

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