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M/Y ACE

1/9/2020

 
One of the major projects we carried out recently was the refurbishment of a 4 storey staircase balustrade on the superyacht M/Y ACE. This involved removing the staircase from the yacht whilst it was docked in Barcelona, stripping and refinishing the balustrade and silver plating it, before returning it to Barcelona to re-install it. 

Up until now, we were not able to show anything more than a couple of photos. However, the yacht is now for sale and so we have been given permission to share the following YouTube video, which showcases the amazing staircase, together with the rest of the yacht, in case you're tempted!  

Stuart Broad's 500th Wicket Presentation

27/8/2020

 
We were proud to have recently supplied the sterling silver presentation piece, produced to mark the milestone of Stuart Broad's 500th Test wicket. 

The piece, which was commissioned by the England & Wales Cricket Board, features a silver stump, ball and bail, together with an engraved list of every Test match together with the various stats. 
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The Ahuwhenua Trophy Replica

30/6/2020

 
We always enjoy working with our trade clients on their bespoke silver commissions. The majority of our trade clients tend to be located in the UK, so it was a nice challenge to work with a company located on the other side of the world. 

As mentioned on an earlier blog post, last year we worked with The Village Goldsmith, located in Wellington, New Zealand on the creation of a full sized replica of two trophies that were originally presented by Lord Bledisloe, the Governor-General of New Zealand. The first being presented in 1933 and the second in 1955. 

We worked closely with their craftsman Dan who supplied wax patterns of all the intricate pieces, such as the handles and finial. As well as supplying all the dimensions and photos. We were also sent rubbings of all the hand engraving so we could get to work creating this piece in our Kent workshop. A video of the trophy's arrival in New Zealand, can be seen below (used with kind permission of The Village Goldsmith). 

​It was really satisfying to watch the trophy we made in Kent get unpacked in New Zealand and see it was a perfect match! 

More information regarding the project can also be found on their website here




A Covid 19 Update (May 2020)

13/5/2020

 
We are pleased to confirm that we are now able to accept deliveries and collections as usual.

The wellbeing of our staff remains our top priority and we are ensuring that all safety precautions and social distancing measures are being observed at all times.
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If we can be of service, please do not hesitate to contact us.


A Covid-19 Update

30/4/2020

 
Following UK Government direction, we are pleased to confirm that Ottewill Silversmiths are back open and manufacturing again.
The wellbeing of our staff remains our top priority and we are ensuring that all safety precautions and social distancing measures are being observed at all times.
As a result, there will be a slightly reduced number of staff in our workshop and all our office based staff are working from home and continue to be contactable via email or mobile phone.
However, please be aware that we are not currently accepting clients into the workshop and are not accepting any new repairs either dropped off or via post.
We look forward to working with you on projects going forward. If we can be of service, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

New Verge for Westminster Abbey

12/11/2019

 
Ottewill Silversmiths are proud to have manufactured a new verge for Westminster Abbey. The piece was used for the first time on 15th October by the Dean’s Verger, Martin Castledine. The special service, to celebrate the 750th Anniversary of the re-building of the Abbey, was attended by Her Majesty The Queen.​
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The commission by Westminster Abbey following a tender process overseen by The Goldsmiths’ Company, stipulated that the piece had to be made by an apprentice. Our 5th year apprentice, 21 year old William Sullivan, relished the challenge and it was hand made to an exceptional standard in our Ashford based silver workshops. You can read more about the making of the new Westminster Abbey Verge here
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Riot Games, League of Legends trophies

1/10/2019

 
We are excited to have recently completed work on our first E-Sports trophies. 

Working closely with DesignStudio who produced the original artwork as well as Riot Games themselves, we have produced a set of 3 bespoke aluminium awards with a nickel plate and contrasting black anodised finish. The awards were presented at this summer's League of Legends European Championship which took place in Athens. 
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The Ahuwhenua Trophy Replica

16/8/2019

 
We were very pleased to see the Ahuwhenua Trophy replica being presented for the first time at the launch of the Ahuwhenua Horticulture Competition for 2020 during Horticulture New Zealand's Gala dinner. 

Working closely with The Village Goldsmiths, based in Wellington, New Zealand, we replicated an existing trophy from measurements, patterns and sketches of the engraving of the original trophy that stayed in New Zealand. 

We were delighted to see how close the match was to the original trophy and were proud to see the trophy welcomed ceremonially by lwi (tribal) representatives of the Tainui tribe and hear that the trophy already has a strong mauri (life force) which we have been told is due to the care, craftsmanship and wonderful spirit that surrounded the making of the trophy. 

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University of East London Commission

29/7/2019

 
One of our newest commissions was unveiled last week during the graduation ceremonies of the University of East London. 

We are very proud to have been commissioned to supply the University's new Ceremonial Mace, Chancellor's Badge of Office and Vice Chancellor's Badge of Office. 

Made in Sterling silver gilt, the Badges of Office incorporate various design elements taken from the University's Coat of Arms. The main badge incorporating either a hand engraved Coat of Arms or hand enamelled Coat of Arms. 

The top of the ceremonial mace incorporates a gilt phoenix mounted into a silver gimbal so that no matter what angle the mace is being held, the phoenix sits upright.  
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The King's Cup

4/7/2019

 
We are very proud to have been commissioned by the King's Cup organising committee to produce the new King's Cup trophy, being raced for this week at Henley Royal Regatta, in commemoration of the centenary of the 1919 Royal Henley Peace Regatta. The cup, shown here and officially unveiled yesterday, will be awarded to the winning military forces rowing team on Sunday.
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