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$55.00
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This listing presents a set of four matching sterling silver salt and pepper shakers displaying the classic bell or baluster form highly sought after by silver collectors and tableware enthusiasts. The base of each shaker is clearly stamped 'STERLING' and 'WEIGHTED' along with what appears to be a maker's mark consistent with mid-20th century American silversmithing — the mark appears to show a stylized logo possibly attributable to a recognized American silver manufacturer such as Duchin Creation or a similar weighted sterling producer active in the 1940s–1960s. Each shaker features a gracefully curved bell-shaped body, a screw-off domed top with multiple pierced holes for dispensing, and a ringed neck collar — all hallmarks of quality mid-century American formal tableware design. The weighted construction (typically filled with pitch or plaster) provides excellent stability on the dining table, a practical feature common in quality sterling hollowware of this era. Estimated height is approximately 3 to 3.5 inches per shaker. Condition is rated Good to Very Good overall; all four shakers display expected tarnish and light surface oxidation consistent with age and storage, with some scattered light surface scratches visible on the bodies, and one shaker shows minor discoloration to the finial tip. The screw tops appear functional and intact on all four pieces. No dents, cracks, or significant damage observed. These shakers would polish beautifully and make an elegant addition to a formal dining collection or estate silver service.