Vintage Links of London Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker

Vintage Links of London Silver Plated Cocktail Shaker

An original Links of London Cocktail Shaker in silver plate, produced as a compact interpretation of the traditional three-piece cocktail shaker.

The shaker measures approximately 15cm high × 7cm diameter, giving it considerably smaller proportions than a conventional full-size bar shaker while retaining the complete functional construction.

Three-Piece Cocktail Shaker Design

The shaker separates into three individual components.

The tapered lower body forms the main vessel, while the rounded upper section incorporates a perforated strainer. A separate domed cap fits over the strainer opening to complete the traditional three-piece arrangement.

The removable cap is finished with a series of horizontal grooves around its lower section, adding a restrained decorative detail to the otherwise smooth polished form.

Compact Proportions

At approximately 15cm high, this is a particularly compact cocktail shaker.

The reduced scale gives the object an unusual character and makes it feel closer to a personal bar accessory or design object than the larger cocktail shakers normally associated with professional barware.

Despite its small proportions, the shaker retains a complete lower vessel, integrated strainer and removable cap rather than simplifying the traditional construction.

Dimensions

• Height: Approximately 15cm
• Diameter: Approximately 7cm
• Material: Silver plate
• Construction: Three-piece cocktail shaker
• Strainer: Integrated perforated strainer
• Cap: Removable domed cap with horizontal ribbed detail

Links of London Mark

The base is marked with the Links of London logo, identifying it as an original Links of London object.

Condition

The shaker is in good vintage condition with no obvious signs of use or significant wear.

There is some light ageing and natural patina to the silver-plated surface in places, consistent with years of storage.

The three components remain complete and the polished form, strainer and ribbed cap details remain clearly defined.

Vintage Links of London Barware

This cocktail shaker is an unusual surviving Links of London object and an interesting example of the house extending its design language beyond jewellery into silver-plated pieces for entertaining and the home.

Its compact scale and complete three-piece construction make it particularly distinctive within the wider range of vintage Links of London objects.

Supplied with a vintage black Links London cotton dust bag.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this an original Links of London cocktail shaker?
Yes. The shaker is marked with the Links of London logo on the base.

What is the cocktail shaker made from?
It is silver plated.

What size is the shaker?
It measures approximately 15cm high and 7cm in diameter.

Is this a full-size cocktail shaker?
No. At approximately 15cm high it is noticeably smaller than a conventional full-size cocktail shaker.

How many pieces does the shaker have?
It has traditional three-piece construction consisting of the lower vessel, an upper section with integrated strainer and a removable cap.

Does it have a built-in strainer?
Yes. The upper section incorporates a perforated cocktail strainer.

Is the top cap removable?
Yes. The domed upper cap removes separately from the strainer section.

What is the decorative detail on the cap?
The lower part of the cap has a series of horizontal grooves or ribs.

What condition is the shaker in?
It is in good vintage condition with no obvious signs of use or significant wear.

Does the silver plate show any ageing?
Yes. There is some light ageing and natural patina to the silver-plated surface in places from years of storage.

Has the patina been removed?
No. Some natural vintage ageing remains visible on the silver-plated surface.

Does it come with a Links of London dust bag?
Yes. It is supplied with a vintage black Links London cotton dust bag.

Is the dust bag original to this particular shaker?
The shaker is supplied with a vintage Links London dust bag, although the bag is not represented as being the original packaging issued with this individual piece.

Is there a date on the shaker?
No date has been identified on this example, so the listing does not assign a specific year of manufacture.

Is this jewellery?
No. It is part of the wider world of Links of London silver-plated objects and barware rather than the jewellery ranges for which the house is best known.