Antique Silver Restoration
I specialize in professional restoration and repair services for both antique and contemporary silverware. Whether it’s a simple antique silver cleaning and polishing, removing minor dents and scratches from your silver teapot, or straightening your cherished family candlesticks, our expert team takes great pride in carefully restoring each piece to its best possible condition.
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All silver will be safely stored at an insured, secured and well
organised workshop.
Silverware Restoration Services
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1. Tarnish Removal & Polishing
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Restoring the original shine while preserving the integrity of the piece.
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Avoiding over-polishing, which can thin out engravings or hallmarks.
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2. Cleaning
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Using non-abrasive, silver-safe cleaning techniques.
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3. Dent & Scratch Repair
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Fixing minor dents, scratches, or dings to restore the smooth surface.
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Ensuring the structural integrity of delicate handles and intricate designs.
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4. Soldering & Structural Repairs
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Fixing broken handles, loose joints, or detached decorative elements
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Ensuring seamless repairs that blend with the original craftsmanship
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5. Replating & Gilding
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Restoring worn-out silver plating or gold gilding on antique pieces
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Using traditional techniques to maintain authenticity
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6. Patina Preservation
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Balancing between restoration and maintaining the aged look, as some collectors prefer a slight patina
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Avoiding excessive polishing that can remove historical value
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7. Matching Replacement Pieces
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Sourcing or recreating missing pieces from a set
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Ensuring the new additions match the original design and craftsmanship
Sugar shaker (before & after)
Dent and scratch repair (before & after)
Soldering and structural repairs (before & after)
Soldering and structural repairs (before & after)
Inherited Silverware
Restoration Service
Contact Us
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Whether you’re looking to restore a big group of beloved family heirlooms or need expert care for your family’s antique silverware, I am more than happy to discuss your restoration needs. Please get in touch via email, or give me a call.
Silver Restoration Case Study
This elegant coffee pot has now been carefully restored to its former glory — safe to use and ready to be admired for many more years to come.
Mid-Victorian Engraved Silver Coffee Pot
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I had the pleasure of restoring a beautifully engraved antique sterling silver coffee pot, crafted in 1866 by the renowned silversmiths Daniel & Charles Houle. Made in London and styled in the distinctive Moresque/Arabesque Oriental tradition, this piece features a hexagonal, panelled body that gracefully tapers into a baluster base. The domed, hinged lid is topped with a cast geometric finial, and a striking high C-scroll handle completes the design. The entire surface is richly chased with scrolling foliage, with each canted panel displaying oval medallions containing intricate leaf motifs.
Maker: Daniel & Charles Houle
Assay Office: London
Year: 1866
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Client Concern
The client contacted us with a safety concern, noting:
“The handle seems a bit loose and it is no longer safe to hold. Could you please take a look at it?”
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Assessment
Upon examination, I identified a missing pin that had caused the handle to become unstable. Additionally, there are several noticeable small dents and bruises on the body of the coffee pot — signs of age and regular use. The client appreciated the thorough assessment and requested that these issues be addressed during the restoration.
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Restoration Process
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Handle Repair: Secured the loose handle by fitting new, custom-made pins, restoring its strength and functionality.
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Debruising: Using precision tools and techniques, removed the surface bruises and dents while preserving the original hand-chased engravings.
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Polishing: As requested, applied a gentle polish to enhance the piece’s natural patina without compromising its antique finish
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Restoration and repair costs vary based on the complexity of the work and the time required.