When you hear "British antiques," you probably think of something that is reserved for the aristocracy . The great British antiques developed greatly due to the demand and patronage of the British aristocracy, who flourished in the 19th century. In the early 20th century, the British aristocracy began to decline.

The custom of afternoon tea originally spread from upper-class social gatherings during the Victorian era, so it inevitably has an image of being something uplifting.

British afternoon tea began around 1840 when Anna Maria Russell, wife of Francis Russell, 7th Duke of Bedford, treated female guests to tea and sweets while her male guests enjoyed hunting.

Barnard Family, Britain's oldest silver workshop The Barnard family was a British silversmith who was active from the 18th to the 20th century. ...

Period division is a term used to classify antiques according to the year of manufacture. Britain's eras are named after the king who ruled over them.

Since it greatly reflects the background of the era and the tastes of the king at that time, the style changes with each era.

All British made silver products have a small stamp called a hallmark.
When it comes to pocket watches, the silver cases of British watches are also engraved.

European silver products have hallmarks, stamped with marks to certify purity, etc., and these are said to date back to the Eastern Roman Empire in the 4th century.
The British hallmark system was established by law during the reign of Edward I in the 14th century, and silver products were required to be sterling silver (92.5% purity).