a vintage silver-plated condiment or mustard pot, manufactured by the brand EMESS.

The hallmark on the bottom (a hexagonal logo with a "W" or similar stylized symbol over the name "EMESS SILVERPLATE") identifies it as a piece from the mid-20th century. While the brand has British origins, it was a very popular household name in South Africa during the 1950s through the 1980s.

• Object: Mustard Pot / Condiment Jar.

• Feature: The unique design includes a hinged lid with a built-in cradle or holder for the spoon on top. This allowed the spoon to stay with the pot without getting lost or messy inside the condiment.

• Material: Silverplate (a thin layer of silver over a base metal, likely copper or nickel silver). This is confirmed by the "SILVERPLATE" stamp, which means it does not have the high "melt value" of sterling silver.

• Origin: Often sold through South African retailers like Spilhaus or found in high-end department stores of that era.

Estimated Value: R150 - R250

CONTACT DETAILS:

Auctioneer: Dirsan

Contact No: 082 235 8456

Email: [email protected]