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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Edwardian Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster by Mappin & Webb, 1905
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling 925 standard solid silver bottle coaster; an addition to our ornamental si...
Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster by Cooper Brothers, 1918
By Cooper Brothers & Sons
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bottle coaster; an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V sterling silver bottle coaster has a plain cylindrical form to a domed spreading base. The body of the coaster is embellished with two broad shaped bands of pierced decoration, in addition to an applied moulded border to the undulating upper rim. This solid silver bottle coaster is fitted with two handles ornamented with bead ornamentation incorporating a floral motif to the center of each hand piece. Note: The majority of such bottle coasters have a wooden base; it is a sign of quality when coasters have unlined, solid silver bases. Condition This antique silver bottle...
Silver, Sterling Silver
S J Levi & Co Antique Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster
By S. J. Levi & Co 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bottle coaster, an addition to our ornamental silverware collection. This impressive antique George V sterling silver bottle coaster has a plain cylindrical form to a domed spreading base. The body coaster is embellished with two broad bands of pierced scrolling leaf decoration, in addition to an applied moulded border to the upper rim. This solid silver bottle coaster is fitted with two plain incurved handles. Note: The majority of such bottle coasters have a wooden base, it is a sign of quality when coasters have unlined, solid silver bases. Condition: this antique wine bottle coaster...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian Sterling Silver Jeroboam/ Double Magnum Bottle Coaster
By Horace Woodward & Co. Ltd.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive, large antique Edwardian English sterling silver jeroboam /double magnum bottle coaster; an addition to our ornamental silverware c...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1900s Sterling Silver Champagne Bottle Holder
By Henry Stratford Ltd. 1
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, unusual antique Edwardian English sterling silver champagne bottle holder in the form of a bomb case/shell...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Adie Brothers Ltd Antique Sterling Silver Bottle Coaster
By Adie Brothers
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver bottle coaster; an addition to ornamental silverware collection. This exceptional antique George V ste...
Sterling Silver
Vintage Viners of Sheffield English Regency Silver Plated Wine Bottle Coaster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Viners of Sheffield English Regency Style Silver Plated Footed Wine Bottle Coaster with Ball and Claw Feet. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements:...
Silver Plate
19th Century English Silver Plate Wine Coaster Caddy Bottle Holder
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning antique 19th-Century English silverplate wine coaster caddy bottle holder by Daniel & Arter. Marker's marks on reverse. This gorgeous wine sleeve has a sleek and stylish s...
Silver Plate
Antique Sterling Silver Ink Stand by Mappin & Webb, 1916
By Mappin & Webb
Located in London, London
Hallmarked in Birmingham in 1916 by Mappin & Webb, this handsome, George V, antique sterling silver ink stand, features a cut glass body and ...
Sterling Silver
20thC Silver Plate Matchbox Holder & Ashtray From RMS Windsor Castle c.1959
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A superb 20th Century weighted ships ashtray and matchbox holder. Recovered from the RMS Windsor Castle upon her decommissioning in 2005. Crafted by Mappin & Webb, it is monogrammed ...
Silver Plate
English 19th century silver plated champagne bottle coaster
Located in Delft, NL
English 19th century silver plated champagne bottle coaster A large round high silver-plated coaster with lion masks and garland at the top of the openwork part of the bottom of the...
Silver Plate
Mappin & Webb Wine Bottle Coaster or Slide Triple Princess Plate
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
Mappin & Webb wine bottle coaster or slide triple princess plate, London, made in England, walnut turned wood base with felt bottom. The coaster/wine S...
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