Antique Shears and Scissors

A substantial pair of well-made English silver plate florist or 'rose' scissors shears, by Sheffield, England, circa late-19th century.

Large iron shears. The hand holes are beautifully sculpted and suggest that the form was intended for gloved hands.

Art Deco brass and steel shears.

English Art Deco large chrome plated shears.

An incredibly rare and exceptional pair of grape shears by Paul Storr, one of the most esteemed silversmiths in history.

Pair of sterling silver, Victorian style grape shears, Sheffield, England, 1938. "Fox and Grapes" motif on each handle.

The expression "sour grapes" originated from this fable. These shears are based on this fable; there is a fox on each handle moving towards the cluster of grapes further up.

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique early Victorian English sterling silver gilt grape shears; an addition to our silver flatware collection.

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Victorian English sterling silver gilt grape shears; an addition to our silver flatware collection.

An exceptional, fine and impressive, composite pair of antique George IV English sterling silver grape shears; an addition to our silver flatware collection.

These exceptional antique George IV grape shears are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire.

Hallmarked in London in 1874 by Henry John Lias & Son, this elaborate pair of Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Grape Shears, are in 'Bacchanalian' pattern. The grape shears measure...

Comprised of silver-gilt, these two pairs of beautifully crafted grape shears were designed and manufactured in by famed London silversmiths William Eley and William Fearn.

This exceptional pair of antique cast sterling silver gilt grape shears has a hinged scissor action. The handles of these antique William IV sterling silver grape shears are embelli...

An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique George IV English sterling silver gilt grape shears - boxed; an addition to our silver flatware collection This exceptional pai...

These 1934 Art Deco Wiss Pinking Shears represent a landmark moment in mid-century industrial design and American manufacturing.

Antique solid sterling silver grape shears featuring a grape and vine floral design. Marked sterling on the blade area.

Sterling Silver Grape Shears by Whiting Manufacturing in Art Nouveau Vine Pattern.

Huge heavy Industrial pair of tailoring scissors, made for stacy 4, in perfect working condition and great for ornamental use. Maker’s mark; Stacy 4, London.

The grape shears measure 7.5" (19cm) long and weigh 3.25 troy ounces.      

A sterling silver and stainless steel Georg Jensen poultry shear #123 in the Cactus pattern, design #30 by Gundorph Albertus from 1930. Additional information: Material: Sterling Si...

Aesthetic ornate grape shears -- sterling silver by Gorham Silversmiths, circa 1870.

For your consideration, a vintage Italian-made office or dressmaking shears. Produced by ISA (Industrie Specializzate Articoli) from the Premana region in Italy.

We are delighted to offer this spectacular Georgian solid silver grape scissors/shears made in London in 1830 with the marks of Jonathan Hayne.

Antique English silver grape shears and berry spoons in original case, circa 1880.

Pair of antique grape shears, Krusius Brothers, made of sterling silver with the motif of grapes, grape leaf, vine in three dimensions with fox heads.

This mirror is called the Sheffield and designed by J.Robert Scott for Shears & Window.

These exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver grape shears have a hinged scissor action. The interlacing shaped handles of these impressive grape shears are embellished with a...

This fine pair of antique George V sterling silver grape shears has a hinged scissor action. The anterior surface of these impressive shears embellished with a plain ribbed ornament...

This exceptional and uncommon version features a hand-chased turtle concealing the screw mechanism that joins the shears together. A generously sized pair of serving tongs, the roun...

3-Piece German Rustic stainless steel and horn carving utensil set comprised of a carving knife, carving fork, and shears, in a green satin-lined box. (stampled, OTHELLO SOLINGEN ROS...

This metal sculpture by Gilbert Ségas depicts an anthropomorphic figure with a totemic presence, assembled from old tools. Two large crossed shears form the legs, while pliers and ot...

Vintage 5-piece carving set with box - Baron Solingen Germany 1950s Item e7419 A rustic tabelware carving set consisting of a poultry shears, a carving knife, a carving fork, a sharp...

Scattered throughout the field are crosses and X-shaped motifs associated with metal shears and the revered powers of local craftsmen.

Being offered is a pair of sterling silver grape shears. They are elegant, specialized utensils designed for delicately cutting grape clusters from their stems at the dining table.

It comes together with a pair of Blossom pattern grape shears.    

The fine pair of antique Victorian sterling silver grape shears has a hinged scissor action. The handles of the grape scissors reflect the identical ornamentation of that to the s...

Vintage Sterling Silver Grape Shears/Scissors by Watson of Attleboro, MA. They were manufacturers of silver novelties from 1880 onwards.

This service includes: 20 Dinner Size Knives w/French stainless blades, 10" 20 Dinner Size Forks, 7 3/8" 12 Regular Knives w/French stainless blades, 9 1/8" 12 Regular Luncheon Forks...

Although some signs of wear are visible in the photos, the vase is in good general condition, without cracks or shears. This unique piece combines art and functionality, making it an...

Presenting for sale a beautifully crafted Mappin & Webb Silver Plated pair of fully working Grape Scissors These incredibly stylish Art Deco Grape Scissors Shears with Oval handles ...

Made of silver, short and quite thick blades, suitable for cutting off the stems of the bunches, with a decoration of vegetable inspiration, branches knotted to bunches of grapes and...

The fluted eperne vase is nicely etched and has a crimped edge around the rim. The grape shears are not original to this centerpiece, but are being included as they came together and...

The set includes a pair of poultry shears featuring a serrated blade, spring tension, locking mechanism, and beautifully carved bird motifs on the handles.

Petite pair of Renaissance style gilded and enameled glass vases - hand painted with scrolling acanthus leaves and flowers with banded borders to the top edges (resembling stained gl...

The set is composed of four large matching berry spoons and a pair of grape shears in a velvet lined fitted leather case. These sterling silver pieces are extremely well executed wit...

All Dresse's pieces are handmade: ''The only tools used are shears for cutting the mosaics and a polisher to finish the works'.

This set includes: 12 Large Dinner Size Knives, 9 3/4" 12 Large Dinner Size Forks, 7 3/4" 12 Regular Knives, 8 7/8" 12 Regular Forks, 7 1/4" 12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2" 12 Teaspoons, 5 7...

This 2 part candle snuffer is from the late 19th century Victorian. The snuffer shears are sterling silver except for the part that puts out the flame.

In the summer, there are those who play and read sitting outside, who walk and who gather grain. In spring, shears and works at the cattle stables are described, as well as the movem...

This service includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives, blunt blades, 10 5/8" 12 Dinner Size Forks, 8" 24 Luncheon Knives, blunt blades, 9 1/4" 24 Luncheon/Dessert Forks, 7 1/8" 12 Teaspoons,...

This service includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives, blunt blades, 10 3/8" 12 Dinner Size Forks, 7 1/2" 12 Luncheon Knives, blunt blades, 9" 12 Luncheon/Dessert Forks, 6 3/4" 12 Teaspoons,...

This set includes: 12 Dinner Size Knives, 10" 24 Dinner Size Forks, 8 3/8" 12 Luncheon Knives, 9" 12 Luncheon Forks, 7 1/4" 12 Teaspoons, 5 5/8" 12 Place Soup Spoon, 7 1/4" 12 Cream ...

This set includes: 12 knives, 9 1/4", 12 forks, 7 1/4", 12 salad forks, 6 1/4", 12 teaspoons, 5 7/8", 12 flat handle butter spreaders, 5 7/8", 12 cocktail forks, 5 1/2", 12 b...

This rare set has an outstanding variety of place pieces and serving pieces and includes: 12 dinner knives, 9 3/8" 12 dinner size forks, 8" 12 salad forks, 3-tine, 6 3/8" 12 teaspoo...

This set includes: 36 dinner knives, 9 3/4" 48 dinner forks, 8 1/8" 17 luncheon knives, 8 1/4" 17 luncheon forks, 7 1/4" 16 small teaspoons, 4 3/4" 18 place soup spoons, 7 1/8" 18 c...

This set includes: 24 Large Dinner Size Knives, pointed, 10 1/4" 24 Dinner Size Forks, 8 1/2" 12 Dessert Knives, hollow handle all-sterling, 8 1/8" 12 Dessert Forks, 7 3/8" 12 Teaspo...