ANTIQUE Pickle Castor CRANBERRY Glass QUILTED diamond Van Bergher Silver c1880

Description

*Cranberry glass insert pickle castor
*Diamond quilted glass
*Enameled hand painted floral
*Ornate silver-plate frame
*Original c 1880's
Presented here is a fabulous antique pickle castor. This has a cranberry glass insert,  it has a diamond quilted pattern with elaborate hand painted enamel florals, blue bellflowers on one side with a daisy and forget-me-nots on the other, no chips on the lip. The lid has an inner lip that fits securely inside the jar. The frame is very ornate with raised scrolls around the base and at the top. The frame is 11" tall, 41/2" wide. The jar is 4 1/2" high with a cured shape, fits perfectly inside the frame. The frame is very sturdy silver plate metal, marked Van Bergher Silver Co., it has normal only minor tarnish. It has a fancy silver plate tong with scroll work in the center and  claw tips.
I sell a variety of items of which I am not an expert on, please view all photos, they are the major part of the description. The written description is based on my opinion and observation of the item.I do my best, if you have another opinion please feel free to let me know, additional knowledge is always appreciated. Measurements are approximate. The listing is for the items described only, props and display items are not included. THANKS FOR BIDDING!!
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VINTAGE & ANTIQUE ITEMS ARE SOLD AS IS, there may be flaws due to age, if you want new condition please buy a new item. I try to note any obvious damage or flaws but there may be flaws or damage not noticed on initial inspection. I do not take anything apart or check every hidden fold. I DO NOT GIVE AFTER PURCHASE DISCOUNTS, there is a return policy.
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Items "new with tags" may have been display models, overstock or self pulls, they have been in the retail environment and while they are new, they may have been handled by customers. There is a chance they might have minor cosmetic conditions from being handled or tried on. This is the reason you can purchase a high quality item for a VERY low price.