Appointed the Crown Jeweler in 2012, Mappin & Webb is one of the most widely recognized makers of silver and luxury goods in the world. With a roster of prestigious clients that has included six British monarchs as well as Charles Dickens, Winston Churchill and Harry Houdini, the historic firm has supplied fine jewelry and silver objects for royalty all over the globe including the Russian Imperial Household, the Siamese royal family and the Indian Maharaja.
Mappin & Webb’s origins are rooted in Jonathan Mappin’s workshop in Sheffield. He opened in 1775 with the intent to serve British society with the highest quality silverware ever made. His son and grandson, both named Joseph, carried on his vision until the mid-19th century when his four great-grandsons incorporated the business into Mappin Brothers Ltd. and embarked on a substantial expansion of the firm.
Nearing 1860, two of the great-grandsons, eldest Sir William Mappin and youngest John Mappin, left to pursue other opportunities. John opened his own business, Mappin & Company, and was joined two years later by his brother-in-law George Webb. Webb passed away in 1868 — the same year that saw the family form Mappin & Webb Co.
Webb’s name lived on in the company even after 1889 when the company became Mappin & Webb Ltd. In 1897, Mappin & Webb were granted their first Royal Warrant as silversmiths to Queen Victoria. The firm has been a holder of Royal Warrants since then.
Mappin & Webb supplied soldiers in the battle of Omdurman with their acclaimed Campaign watch. The company also supported wartime efforts during both World Wars in their enormous factory in Sheffield. Today Mappin & Webb is among the most prominent makers of Sheffield silver in the world.
Watches of Switzerland Operations Ltd. acquired Mappin & Webb in 1998 after a series of mergers and acquisitions.
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$1,032
H 9.45 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
Victorian Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Box by Elkington, 19th Century
By Elkington & Co.
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing the makers mark of the renowned retailer and silversmith Elkington & Co of Birmingham, datin...
Silver Plate
$995
H 10.5 in W 8.75 in D 5.5 in
Antique English Double Shell Silver Plated Folding Biscuit Barrel or Box
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique biscuit barrel or box was made by the Reproduction Sheffield & Silver Plate firm of England and dates to approximately 1920 and don...
Silver Plate
$4,094
H 7.09 in W 7.09 in D 4.93 in
Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Biscuit Box - London 1898 William Hutton
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1898 by William Hutton & Sons, this handsome, Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Biscuit Box, stands on four ball feet, and feat...
Sterling Silver
Antique English Silver Plate Biscuit Box, circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English SilverPlate Biscuit Box, circa 1880.
Silver Plate
$5,848
H 12.9 in W 15.1 in D 15.1 in
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Biscuit Box London England 1897
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, GB
A lovely Antique Victorian Silver Biscuit Box with a classic gadroon pattern border on the base and rim. This Silver Box has a highly polished exterior and a hinged fitter lid. The S...
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Biscuit Box by William Hutton, London 1899
By William Hutton & Sons
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in London in 1899 by William Hutton & Sons Ltd., this ornate Victorian sterling silver biscuit box is set on an integrated footed tray raised on cast scroll feet, and ...
Sterling Silver
$2,400
H 10.25 in W 7.5 in D 6.13 in
Christopher Dresser for Hukin and Heath Silver Plate Candy Box, circa 1880
By Christopher Dresser, Hukin & Heath
Located in Atlanta, GA
A magnificent hammered silver plate candy box designed by Dr. Christopher Dresser for Hukin & Heath, boasting an elegant scrolled branch handle and a beautifully ruffled lid. The...
Silver Plate
$650
H 10 in W 9 in D 4.5 in
Antique English Sheffield Victorian Repousse Silver Plated Biscuit Warmer Box
By Sheffield
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique English Sheffield Victorian Scrolling Repousse Silver Plated Biscuit Warmer Box. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 10" H x 9" W x 4.5" D.
Silver Plate
$5,910
H 6.7 in W 8.67 in D 7.09 in
Victorian antique sterling silver & glass biscuit box made by Walker & Hall 1895
By Walker & Hall
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1895 by Walker & Hall, this attractive, Antique Sterling Silver & Glass Biscuit Box, features engraved decoration to the silver lid and base, and a hobnail...
Sterling Silver
$894
H 9.85 in W 7.49 in D 5.91 in
Antique Victorian Silver Plated Biscuit by Box Fenton Brothers 19th Century
By Fenton Brothers
Located in London, GB
This is a highly decorative antique Victorian silver plated folding biscuit box, the base bearing the makers' mark of the renowned silversmiths Fenton Brothers of Sheffield, England, circa 1890 in date and bearing the Staniforth's Patent mark as well as the registration number 3549. It has a beautifully shaped body sitting in a cast frame with remarkably chased branch supports and the original interior features elegant hand-pierced dividers. It opens out into two halves and is held shut by gorgeous laurel wreath loose ring handles at the top. This wonderful container could house anything from sweets to biscuits or trinkets. Whatever you choose to store in this lovely item you are sure to do it in style. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 25 x width 19 x depth 15 Dimensions in inches: Height 10 inches x width 7 inches x depth 6 inches Fenton Brothers Ltd Sheffield Firm established in 1875 at South Moor Works, East Street, Sheffield by John Frederick Fenton...
Silver Plate
Rare Antique English "Elephant and Castle" Biscuit Box c.1890
Located in Bath, GB
An example of a biscuit box that I have never seen before and believe I may never see another. English in origin, it is silver plated over Britannia Metal with a good finish with mi...
Silver Plate
Magnificent Antique English Locking Biscuit Box by Mappin and Webb c.1880
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A really smart and unusual locking biscuit box or barrel made from EPNS (Electro-Plated Nickel Silver) and dating to around 1880, late Victorian in era. The canister has an all-over...
Silver Plate
Antique English Oak and Silver Plate Biscuit Box by John Grinsell & Sons
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in Bath, GB
A handsome and very stylish biscuit box dating to circa 1890 by the top notch silversmith, John Grinsell & Sons of Sheffield. Made from solid English oak, the box is fitted with e...
Silver Plate
Exceptional Silver Cigar Box/Smoking Compendium by Mappin & Webb
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Bath, GB
A truly exceptional Art Deco Gentleman's smoking compendium, beautiful quality by the highly sought-after silversmith, Mappin & Webb. This impressive piece stands on four original...
Sterling Silver
Striking Automated Silver Plated and Cut Glass Biscuit Box
By A&J Zimmerman Ltd.
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful example of an English Edwardian biscuit box or barrel, made from hand-cut glass and silver plated fittings. The tall handle moved down...
Silver Plate
Antique English Solid / Sterling Silver Tea Caddy - 1902
Located in Bath, GB
A wonderful Edwardian English sterling silver tea caddy with a hinged lid and ring handles to each side. The body is beautifully decorated with garlands and a simple floral motif. ...
Sterling Silver
