Rare Australian Pair of sterling solid silver bowl , hallmarked c1939( world war 2 period 1939-1945) ( 80 years old) 

Origin: Australia

The dimension of the bowl ( approximately) : 7.5 cm x 1 cm  (diameter  x high )

 total weight of 2 bowls: 46 grams 

In the time 1939-1945, 90%-95% silver mining from the mine have been used for military and industry. Only 5-10% have been used for commercial use.Therefore this mug is one of special pieces.

The Item has some scratches around due to it's age ( more than 75 years old) please see all pictures.

Perfect for Christmas party or important events 

The pictures form a apart of the description , please see all the pictures for the condition of the item . All the dimension and weight are estimated and can be slightly different from its actual values.

Nice piece for collectors, highly collectable .
Perfect for a gift.

Other good quality silver and gold items are available in my other listing. please have look!
If you have any inquiry about the item, please do not hesitate to contact me .

More Information about Australia silver 


Australia

late 19th & 20th Century
Silver standard indicated by "Sterling Silver" or any combination of abbreviations. Usually accompanied by an initial maker's mark, sometimes with pseudomarks.


More Information about Silver used in World war II

During the Second World War, silver was particularly utilized by Defence manufacturers. Chief uses included:

Coating – this involved putting a protective internal layer called electroplated coating inside drums, pails, and cans used for storing and transporting chemicals and even other corrosive materials in some instances. Silver was found to be far more resistant to corrosion by these materials than other metals and lacquer coats.

Tubing – used mostly in water lines, tubing made by the extrusion process was required to be far stronger than the pure tin tubes that had been created previously. Manufacturers discovered if they infused about 3.5% silver into the tin base, the alloy’s flexible power was much more effective than any product before that point.

Machinery and Weaponry – thanks to the immense strength of an alloy containing silver, the precious metal was highly employed in every aspect of warfare for production of submarines, ships, trucks, guns, shells, bombs, tanks, and planes. The use of silver was noted for improving both the performance and longevity of each apparatus.

This silver material is playing an important part in the construction of ships, airplanes, tanks, trucks, guns, shells, bombs, torpedoes, and a wide variety of miscellaneous equipment. Its most extensive use is in the form of brazing alloys, but other compositions are employed in the manufacture of electrical contacts, and pure silver is used for making airplane bearings, photographic film, surgical materials, and pharmaceutical products. As the names indicate, these are not exclusively war items; nevertheless, they are being diverted in increasingly larger quantities to the Army and Navy.

In the time 1939-1945, 90%-95% silver mining from the mine have been used for military and industry. Only 5-10% have been used for commercial use.

More Information about Australia in World War II ( 1939-1945)

Australia entered World War II on 3 September 1939, following the government's acceptance of the United Kingdom's declaration of war on Nazi Germany. Australia later entered into a state of war with other members of the Axis powers, including the Kingdom of Italy on 11 June 1940, and the Empire of Japan on 9 December 1941.By the end of the war, almost a million Australians had served in the armed forces, whose military units fought primarily in the European theatre, North African campaign, and the South West Pacific theatre. In addition, Australia came under direct attack for the first time in its post-colonial history. Its casualties from enemy action during the war were 27,073 killed and 23,477 wounded.

Australian Army units were gradually withdrawn from the Mediterranean and Europe following the outbreak of war with Japan. However, Royal Australian Air Force and Royal Australian Navy units and personnel continued to take part in the war against Germany and Italy. From 1942 until early 1944, Australian forces played a key role in the Pacific War, making up the majority of Allied strength throughout much of the fighting in the South West Pacific theatre. While the military was largely relegated to subsidiary fronts from mid-1944, it continued offensive operations against the Japanese until the war ended.

World War II contributed to major changes in the nation's economy, military and foreign policy. The war accelerated the process of industrialisation, led to the development of a larger peacetime military and began the process with which Australia shifted the focus of its foreign policy from Britain to the United States. The final effects of the war also contributed to the development of a more diverse and cosmopolitan Australian society.

The History of Sterling Silver in Fine Dining

If you've ever attended a very formal dinner party, you may have noticed the use of sterling silver tableware in some capacity. With its polished luster and timeless elegance, the addition of silver has the power to turn any ordinary meal into an elaborate event. Although used more sparingly today, the precious metal was historically a key component in setting a proper table.

  The use of sterling silver in fine dining was most prevalent between 1840 and 1940, with the biggest surge between 1870 and 1920. During this time, the production and merchandising of silver ramped up considerably to accommodate the growing demand.

  During the Victorian era, it was frowned upon to ever touch or handle food without the use of a utensil. The ultimate criterion for a fine dining table was sterling silver flatware, a must when setting a table for a formal meal in the United States and Europe. Formal dinners in the late 1800s and early 1900s were long, extravagant affairs, sometimes including up to 10 or more courses, each of which demanded its own set of silver utensils. It wasn't uncommon to use several different types of sterling silver forks, spoons, and knives during a typical dinner.

 Sterling silver was also used for serving pieces, such as large forks, cake knives, carving knives, soup spoons, and gravy ladles. In addition to its pleasing aesthetic properties, silver's heft and stability made it a serviceable tool for cutting and serving food. Often, silver serving pieces were embellished with hand-carved designs.

And it didn't stop there. Decorative table accents included sterling silver napkin rings, coasters, and elaborate silver candlesticks. After the meal, the precious metal was used for pots of hot water for tea, post-dinner liqueur goblets, sterling silver water pitchers, silver mint julep cups, and dishes of melted chocolate for topping desserts.

The prevalence of sterling silver in fine dining waned a bit in the mid-1900s, mainly due to rising costs of silver production. With modernity came a faster pace of life-people were busier and more rushed, and the elaborate, multi-course dinners that had once been the norm were relegated to only very special occasions among the upper class. Sterling silver dishes and tableware required a more time-consuming cleaning process than other materials, which also contributed to its diminishing popularity at the dinner table.

Today, although it's not as widely used as it was during the Victorian era, there are many different ways you can revive the tradition of incorporating pure sterling silver tableware into a fine dining setting. Display hors d'oeuvres on a silver platter, or fill ornate silver cups with sugar and cream for coffee. Sterling silver flatware continues to make a grand impression, and serves as a luxurious wedding or housewarming gift. Accents such as silver candlesticks, vases, and sterling silver place card holders are also great ways to include the fine metal in your table decor.