Viners was founded by Adolphe Viener (also spelled Adolph Weiner when he was knighted by the Crown) and his sons. They were silversmiths who initially worked in traditional small workshops. The hallmark for Viners Ltd. silver was registered to his son Edward Viner. in 1932 it was “E.V” with figures and in 1964, it was “EV” with associated figures. Reference: Wikipedia
E Viners Silver Makers Mark Sheffield circa 1937
An Art Deco silver matched four piece tea service By Viner’s Ltd., Sheffield 1946 – 1954 Of tapering octagonal form, engraved with Art Deco decoration, with ivory handles and finials, comprising; tea pot, hot water pot, sugar bowl, milk jug, height of hot water pot 15.5cm, weight combined 55oz. (4)
Sold for £ 1,125 inc. premium at Bonhams in 2014
A GEORGE V SILVER SALVER MARK OF VINER’S LTD., SHEFFIELD, 1931 Square with incurved corners, raised on four leaf-capped scroll supports, marked near rim 15 in. (38 cm.) long 63 oz. (1,959 gr.)
Sold for USD 2,250 at Christies in 2017
E. Viners Ltd., Six -Piece Sterling Silver Coffee and Tea Service with Ebonized Wood Handles Sheffield, circa 1947 Comprising a kettle on stand, coffee pot, teapot, creamer, two-handled covered sugar bowl and a covered waste bowl. Height of kettle on stand 12 1/2 inches, total approximately 126 ounces, all in. Each appears to be in generally good condition except for a dent to the rim edge of the fuel burner element; no apparent dings or dents to the other hollowware pieces; the three wood finials appear to be original and are consistent (the same); finials are not loose; pins on handles are not loose; condition of the wood handles appears to be good; no apparent monograms or evidence of monogram removal; there is light superficial polishing scratches to the finish, consistent with age, usage and handling; there are a few light scratch marks to the cover on the sugar bowl
Sold for $1,625 (includes buyer’s premium) at Doyle New York in 2018
Sterling silver sauce boat, ladle and tray, all fully hallmarked maker’s mark, “E.V” – Edward Viner Sheffield England 1950, Buckingshire, three pieces. Longest 6″ L. Approx 8.41 ozt.
Sold for $150 at Auctions at Showplace in 2018
