Chess king parcel-gilt silver pepper pot
Chess king parcel-gilt silver pepper pot
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An unusual Norwegian sterling silver pepper pot in the form of a chess piece king with gold plated detail. The figure is that of the Eternal King of Norway, Saint Olav - King Olav II Haraldsson - who reigned from 1015 to 1030.
Novelty and figural pepper pots were very popular from the 19th century,and because there is such a wide variety of subjects, they are highly collectible. They have proved to be a good investment too.
Dimensions:
Height
65 mm / 3"
Weight
19 g (0.61 troy ozs)
Year
c1920
Place
Norway
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