Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 23 October 2025

Antiques, Estate & Job Lot Auction – 23 October 2025

Catalogue

Lot 381: An Antique Heavy Brass Apothecary Mortar and Pestle Set, 3.5” Tall

This auction ended on October 23, 2025.

Estimated price: £15 - £30

Buyer's Premium: 18%

Sold for: £12

A two-piece antique heavy brass apothecary mortar and pestle set. The mortar is cylindrical with a slightly flared rim and a stepped base, featuring engraved decorative bands: a pattern of V-shaped marks below the rim and a prominent band of stylized scrollwork or floral motifs around the body. The accompanying pestle is slender with a rounded grinding head and a decorative shaft, adorned with a repeating etched pattern. The set is crafted from brass, exhibiting a natural, aged patina, consistent with its intended use for grinding and preparing substances.
3.5” Tall