Victorian silver Novelty Pepper formed as a ‘Fancy Pigeon’
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A fine and rare Victorian silver Novelty Pepper formed as a ‘Fancy Pigeon’ with pullout stopper beneath the tail. One of the "Pouting" varieties.
Keeping and breeding ‘Fancy Pigeons’ was very popular in the 19th century and during Victorian times fancy pigeons had entered what has been called the glory years with even Queen Victoria herself keeping aviaries of fancy pigeons at Windsor Castle which included red Jacobins. At this time illustrators and engravers produced very accurate depictions of these often rare and unusual pigeon breeds.
By James Barclay Hennell, London, 1879.
Condition In good condition with no damage or repair.
Height 75 mm (2.95 inches)
Width 95 mm (3.74 inches)
Weight 88.00 Grams (2.83 troy ounces)
Country England
Stock Code JS110
Medium Silver
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Steppes Hill Farm Antiques
United Kingdom
STEPPES HILL FARM ANTIQUES was founded by William (Billy) Buck over fifty years ago. About twenty years later he was joined in the business by his two eldest sons; David and Christopher. Billy’s first love is early English porcelain, but he also specialises in collectable silver. David concentrates on the silver side and is responsible for putting this web site together. Christopher, as well as being a partner in Steppes Hill Farm, has his own business dealing in fine Georgian furniture and accessories.
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