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Sheffield Imari Style Porcelain Handled Silver Table Knives, Cased Set of Eight
Sheffield Imari Style Porcelain Handled Silver Table Knives, Cased Set of Eight

Sheffield Imari Style Porcelain Handled Silver Table Knives, Cased Set of Eight

By Sheffield

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of eight English Staffordshire porcelain Imari pattern handled table knives, circa 1849

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Mid-19th Century English Japonisme Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Set of Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives (Fruit & Butter), Sterling Silver Accents
Set of Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives (Fruit & Butter), Sterling Silver Accents

Set of Mother-of-Pearl Handled Knives (Fruit & Butter), Sterling Silver Accents

By Sheffield Silver Co.

Located in New York, NY

original case for the butter knives further increases their gift-appeal and convenience. Care

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Used Case Knives

Materials

Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Vintage Raimond Sheffield England Mother-of-Pearl Fruit Knives Silver Plated Set
Vintage Raimond Sheffield England Mother-of-Pearl Fruit Knives Silver Plated Set

Vintage Raimond Sheffield England Mother-of-Pearl Fruit Knives Silver Plated Set

By Raimond Silver Manufacturing Company

Located in Miami, FL

fruit knives in their original tooled leather case. These beautiful knives are from the 1950s and would

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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique English Victorian Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Dessert Set in Case
Antique English Victorian Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Dessert Set in Case

Antique English Victorian Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl Dessert Set in Case

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Victorian sterling silver mother of pearl Dessert Service in Original Case

Category

19th Century English Victorian Used Case Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl 24 Piece Fish Set in Case, Circa 1880
Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl 24 Piece Fish Set in Case, Circa 1880

Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl 24 Piece Fish Set in Case, Circa 1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl 24 Piece fish service in case, Circa 1880. Measurements

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Used Case Knives

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mid-Century Modern Wall Hanging Knife Set in Brazilian Rosewood, 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Wall Hanging Knife Set in Brazilian Rosewood, 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Wall Hanging Knife Set in Brazilian Rosewood, 1960s

Located in Deland, FL

stainless metal blades made in Japan. The case for the knives can stow in your drawer or better yet mount on

Category

1960s Japanese International Style Used Case Knives

Materials

Rosewood

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Set of Six Cased Silver and Mother of Pearl Knives, Sheffield 1919
Set of Six Cased Silver and Mother of Pearl Knives, Sheffield 1919

Set of Six Cased Silver and Mother of Pearl Knives, Sheffield 1919

Located in Umberleigh, Devon

A beautiful set of six cased silver bladed butter/cheese knives with carved mother of pearl handles

Category

1910s Great Britain (UK) Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver

Box with knives, English
Box with knives, English

Box with knives, English

Unavailable

H 1.58 in W 9.45 in D 7.49 in

Box with knives, English

Located in Lisboa, Lisboa

Box with knives, English. Contains a set of 12 meticulously arranged knives. The case is

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Metal

Boxed Set of 12 Australian Victorian Knives and Fork Cutlery Set Carved Handles
Boxed Set of 12 Australian Victorian Knives and Fork Cutlery Set Carved Handles

Boxed Set of 12 Australian Victorian Knives and Fork Cutlery Set Carved Handles

Located in Daylesford, Victoria

Australian Victorian cased set 12 ivory fish knives and 12 forks. The handles are carved to

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Late 18th Century Oceanic High Victorian Used Case Knives

A rare set of Cased Knives, with Pique handles
A rare set of Cased Knives, with Pique handles

A rare set of Cased Knives, with Pique handles

Located in London, GB

The six Knives have shaped handles which are beautifully inlaid with silver and mother of pearl

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Mid-19th Century English Used Case Knives

1950s Mid-Century Carvel Hall Stainless Steel Steak Knives, Cased, S/8
1950s Mid-Century Carvel Hall Stainless Steel Steak Knives, Cased, S/8

1950s Mid-Century Carvel Hall Stainless Steel Steak Knives, Cased, S/8

By Carvel Hall

Located in Philadelphia, PA

” Blades are marked: Carvel Hall USA Knives: 8.25 in. L x .75 in. W Case: 9.25 in. L x 5.75 in. W x 2 in

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel

19th Century English Porcelain Crabstick Handled Dessert Knives, Cased Set of 12
19th Century English Porcelain Crabstick Handled Dessert Knives, Cased Set of 12

19th Century English Porcelain Crabstick Handled Dessert Knives, Cased Set of 12

By Royal Worcester

Located in Philadelphia, PA

case shows his imprint. Knives – 9?L x .75?W x .75?H Box – 11.25?L x 8.25?W x 2.25?H In

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Mid-19th Century English Japonisme Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Antique Walnut Cased Set of 18 Mother-of-pearl Dessert Knives Forks
Antique Walnut Cased Set of 18 Mother-of-pearl Dessert Knives Forks

Antique Walnut Cased Set of 18 Mother-of-pearl Dessert Knives Forks

Located in London, GB

knives, forks and servers, circa 1870 in date. The set is cased in a stuning burr walnut case with a

Category

Late 19th Century English Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

1920s English Bisby Art Deco Celluloid Ivory Handled Table Knives, Cased S/6
1920s English Bisby Art Deco Celluloid Ivory Handled Table Knives, Cased S/6

1920s English Bisby Art Deco Celluloid Ivory Handled Table Knives, Cased S/6

By Sheffield

Located in Philadelphia, PA

: 9.25 in. L x .75 W x .25 H Closed case: 10.5 in. L x 4.5 in. W x 1.25 in. H Knives are in very good

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1920s English Art Deco Used Case Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel

English Imari Style Porcelain Handled Silver Table Knives, a Cased Set of Eight
English Imari Style Porcelain Handled Silver Table Knives, a Cased Set of Eight

English Imari Style Porcelain Handled Silver Table Knives, a Cased Set of Eight

By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A set of eight English Staffordshire porcelain Imari pattern handled table knives, circa 1849

Category

Mid-19th Century English Japonisme Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

12 Antique William Adams Sterling Mother of Pearl Fruit Knives Knife & Box
12 Antique William Adams Sterling Mother of Pearl Fruit Knives Knife & Box

12 Antique William Adams Sterling Mother of Pearl Fruit Knives Knife & Box

By William Adams

Located in Dayton, OH

"Set of 12 Antique fruit knives and box case by William Adams, featuring mother of pearl handles

Category

Early 20th Century Used Case Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique English Victorian Elkington & Co. Sheffield Silver Fish Service in Case
Antique English Victorian Elkington & Co. Sheffield Silver Fish Service in Case

Antique English Victorian Elkington & Co. Sheffield Silver Fish Service in Case

By Elkington & Co.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Victorian "Elkington & Co." Sheffield Silver 24-Piece Fish Service in Case

Category

19th Century English Victorian Used Case Knives

Materials

Sheffield Plate

Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl Dessert Service in Case, Circa 1880
Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl Dessert Service in Case, Circa 1880

Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl Dessert Service in Case, Circa 1880

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique English Victorian Mother of Pearl Dessert Service in original case, Circa 1880

Category

Late 19th Century English Victorian Used Case Knives

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

'Kings Pattern' Sterling Silver 12 Place Settings Cutlery Sheffield
'Kings Pattern' Sterling Silver 12 Place Settings Cutlery Sheffield

'Kings Pattern' Sterling Silver 12 Place Settings Cutlery Sheffield

By Cooper Brothers & Sons

Located in London, GB

- Excluding knives & serving set Dimensions in inches: Height 10.2 x width 18.5 x depth 13.8, case Weight

Category

1970s English Used Case Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

'Kings Pattern' Sterling Silver 12 Place Settings Cutlery Sheffield
'Kings Pattern' Sterling Silver 12 Place Settings Cutlery Sheffield

'Kings Pattern' Sterling Silver 12 Place Settings Cutlery Sheffield

By Cooper Brothers & Sons

Located in London, GB

, Excluding knives and serving set Dimensions in inches: Height 10.2 x width 18.5 x depth 13.8, case

Category

1970s English Used Case Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France
Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France

Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France

By Christofle

Located in Paris, FR

with forks, diner spoons and a ladle One case with diner knives One case with desert knives total 45

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France
Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France

Christofle Napoleon III Silverware Set of Full 45 Pieces, 19th Century, France

By Christofle

Located in Paris, FR

spoons and a ladle One case with diner knives One case with desert knives total 45 pieces in excellent

Category

Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-Century Gerber Miming Steak Knives in Fitted Walnut Box, S/6
Mid-Century Gerber Miming Steak Knives in Fitted Walnut Box, S/6

Mid-Century Gerber Miming Steak Knives in Fitted Walnut Box, S/6

Located in Philadelphia, PA

retailer Abercrombie & Fitch in their catalog in 1939. Mid-century styling in a fitted case. Knives

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Metal

Carl Aubock Stainless Knives by Amboss with Austrian Guild Leather Case
Carl Aubock Stainless Knives by Amboss with Austrian Guild Leather Case

Carl Aubock Stainless Knives by Amboss with Austrian Guild Leather Case

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Amboss Austria

Located in San Diego, CA

Amboss stainless knives with the original leather case. Made in Austria, Each knife is 7 inches

Category

1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Stainless Steel

Cased Set of Victorian Silver and Jade Handled Fish Knives and Forks
Cased Set of Victorian Silver and Jade Handled Fish Knives and Forks

Cased Set of Victorian Silver and Jade Handled Fish Knives and Forks

Located in London, GB

A set of 12 pairs of Victorian silver fish eaters with decoratively engraved silver blades and tines mounted on jade handles all in original box.

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Early 1900s English Used Case Knives

Collectors Set of One-Hundred Pen Knives
Collectors Set of One-Hundred Pen Knives

Collectors Set of One-Hundred Pen Knives

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H 7.75 in W 16.25 in D 11.5 in

Collectors Set of One-Hundred Pen Knives

Located in Peterborough, Northamptonshire

form together with the collectors two notebooks. The case circa 1900, the knives from the first half of

Category

20th Century English Used Case Knives

Materials

Metal

Ercuis Silver Plated Cutlery in Three Cases, Set of 124
Ercuis Silver Plated Cutlery in Three Cases, Set of 124

Ercuis Silver Plated Cutlery in Three Cases, Set of 124

By Ercuis

Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR

cases: Case 1: Serving utensils - 38cm x 50cm Case 2: Including knives - 36cm x 50cm Case 3: Including

Category

Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Used Case Knives

Materials

Silver Plate

English Silver Kings Pattern Flatware, Set for Eight
English Silver Kings Pattern Flatware, Set for Eight

English Silver Kings Pattern Flatware, Set for Eight

Located in Vancouver, BC

, hallmarked Sheffield 1965-1967. In the original fitted case, comprising: Eight dinner knives Eight dinner

Category

1960s English Used Case Knives

Materials

Sterling Silver

Museum Indian Artifacts Collection
Museum Indian Artifacts Collection

Museum Indian Artifacts Collection

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H 42.25 in W 27.5 in D 3.5 in

Museum Indian Artifacts Collection

Located in Hudson, NY

Collection of Indian Artifacts Mounted in Oak Display Case consisting of Arrowheads

Category

19th Century American Used Case Knives

Materials

Stone, Wire

Antique Sterling Silver and Gilt Boxed Set with Pearl Handles, 36 Pcs
Antique Sterling Silver and Gilt Boxed Set with Pearl Handles, 36 Pcs

Antique Sterling Silver and Gilt Boxed Set with Pearl Handles, 36 Pcs

Located in New York, NY

36 piece set, in fitted case. 12 knives & 12 forks with sterling silver vermeil blades and pearl

Category

19th Century English Used Case Knives

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

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Located in Amsterdam, NL

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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Used Case Knives

Materials

Other

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Must de Cartier Marques et Model Déposés 21 Quartz Watch W10050F4

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

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20th Century Used Case Knives

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Silver, Stainless Steel

GIA Certified No Heat Sapphire 6.46 Carat Diamond 0.75 Carat White Gold Ring 5.5
GIA Certified No Heat Sapphire 6.46 Carat Diamond 0.75 Carat White Gold Ring 5.5

GIA Certified No Heat Sapphire 6.46 Carat Diamond 0.75 Carat White Gold Ring 5.5

By OGI Ltd

Located in New York, NY

GIA Certified No Heat Sapphire 6.46 Carat Diamond 0.75 Carat 14 Karat White Gold Ring 5.5 This exquisite engagement ring features a stunning oval-shaped Ceylon sapphire, certified by...

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2010s American Contemporary Used Case Knives

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Zodiaco Dinner Plate
Zodiaco Dinner Plate

Zodiaco Dinner Plate

$160 / item

H 1.19 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in

Zodiaco Dinner Plate

By Laboratorio Paravicini

Located in Milan, IT

This superb ceramic plate is part of the Zodiaco collection introduced at the Milan Furniture Fair 2017. The center of this dish is adorned with a blue circle enclosing the earth and...

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2010s Italian Used Case Knives

Materials

Ceramic

1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk
1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk

1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff Couture Ball Gown in Deep Teal Silk

By Irene Scharaff

Located in Gresham, OR

1950s MGM Mme. Etoile by Irene Sharaff couture ball gown in deep mauve and teal silk tulle and horsehair : Irene Sharaff, 5-time Academy Award Winner for costume design, made this go...

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1950s American Used Case Knives

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17
Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

Cartier Baignoire Mini 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Watch 17

By Cartier

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Sold out worldwide with a waitlist extending over a year, this petite timepiece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Skilfully created in the house's Swiss atelier, it boasts 18-karat ...

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2010s Used Case Knives

Limoges Porcelain Dinner Set by F. Legrand & Cie - 68 Pieces
Limoges Porcelain Dinner Set by F. Legrand & Cie - 68 Pieces

Limoges Porcelain Dinner Set by F. Legrand & Cie - 68 Pieces

By L.F. Limoges

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

This exquisite antique Limoges porcelain dinnerware set by F. Legrand & Cie showcases an exceptional polychrome and gold-accented design, embodying the timeless elegance of French cr...

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Early 20th Century French Used Case Knives

Materials

Porcelain

Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold

Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

English Scenic Porcelain Dessert Service, Mid-19th Century
English Scenic Porcelain Dessert Service, Mid-19th Century

English Scenic Porcelain Dessert Service, Mid-19th Century

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

English Scenic porcelain Dessert service, mid-19th century, polychrome hand-painted with three various romantic landscape scenes in a round cartouches on a pink border, decorated wit...

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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Used Case Knives

Materials

Porcelain

Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift
Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift

Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Unleash bold elegance with this stunning panther-inspired pendant crafted in 18K white gold. Encrusted with brilliant-cut diamonds weighing a total of 0.71 carats, the design capture...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Case Knives

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...

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20th Century Moroccan Used Case Knives

BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring

BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring

By Gianmaria Buccellati

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....

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1990s Used Case Knives

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Circa 1970 Set of 6 Glenmore by Waterford White Wine Glasses
Circa 1970 Set of 6 Glenmore by Waterford White Wine Glasses

Circa 1970 Set of 6 Glenmore by Waterford White Wine Glasses

By Waterford Crystal

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1970 set of 6 Glenmore by Waterford white wine glasses. Used once & stored, one owner. Retain labels. 6.25" h., 3.13" dia. We are a family business that has been a major s...

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1970s Irish Used Case Knives

Materials

Crystal

Spode Creamware Dessert Service, Avocado Green, Chinoiserie, Regency, 1814
Spode Creamware Dessert Service, Avocado Green, Chinoiserie, Regency, 1814

Spode Creamware Dessert Service, Avocado Green, Chinoiserie, Regency, 1814

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful Spode creamware dessert service made in 1814, which was the Regency era. The service is decorated in a printed and hand-colored Chinoiserie design on an avocado g...

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1810s English Regency Used Case Knives

Materials

Creamware

Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 8
Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 8

Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 8

$1,920Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 7 in Dm 2.5 in

Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 8

By Baccarat, Valéry Klein

Located in Miami, FL

A truly elegant and fine quality Baccarat crystal champagne flutes, set of 8 still available. Beautiful details that will enhance any table and delight your guests. Designed by Valer...

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20th Century French Used Case Knives

Materials

Crystal

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Berlin, BE

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1950s French Used Case Knives

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Used Case Knives For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of used case knives is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct used case knives — often made from metal, silver and wood — can elevate any home. Used case knives have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Used case knives made by Victorian designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many used case knives are appealing in their simplicity, but WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik, Christofle and Adriaan Dekker produced popular used case knives that are worth a look.

How Much are Used Case Knives?

Prices for used case knives start at $300 and top out at $107,055 with the average selling for $3,000.

Finding the Right Dining-entertaining for You

Your dining room table is a place where stories are shared and personalities shine — why not treat yourself and your guests to the finest antique and vintage glass, silver, ceramics and serveware for your meals?

Just like the people who sit around your table, your serveware has its own stories and will help you create new memories with your friends and loved ones. From ceramic pottery to glass vases, set your table with serving pieces that add even more personality, color and texture to your dining experience.

Invite serveware from around the world to join your table settings. For special occasions, dress up your plates with a striking Imari charger from 19th-century Japan or incorporate Richard Ginori’s Italian porcelain plates into your dining experience. Celebrate the English ritual of afternoon tea with a Japanese tea set and an antique Victorian kettle. No matter how big or small your dining area is, there is room for the stories of many cultures and varied histories, and there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to your meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is more durable than ceramic because it is denser. The latter is ideal for statement pieces — your tall mid-century modern ceramic vase is a guaranteed conversation starter. And while your earthenware or stoneware is maybe better suited to everyday lunches as opposed to the fine bone china you’ve reserved for a holiday meal, handcrafted studio pottery coffee mugs can still be a rich expression of your personal style.

“My motto is ‘Have fun with it,’” says author and celebrated hostess Stephanie Booth Shafran. “It’s yin and yang, high and low, Crate & Barrel with Christofle silver. I like to mix it up — sometimes in the dining room, sometimes on the kitchen banquette, sometimes in the loggia. It transports your guests and makes them feel more comfortable and relaxed.”

Introduce elegance at supper with silver, such as a platter from celebrated Massachusetts silversmith manufacturer Reed and Barton or a regal copper-finish flatware set designed by International Silver Company, another New England company that was incorporated in Meriden, Connecticut, in 1898. By then, Meriden had already earned the nickname “Silver City” for its position as a major hub of silver manufacturing.

At the bar, try a vintage wine cooler to keep bottles cool before serving or an Art Deco decanter and whiskey set for after-dinner drinks — there are many possibilities and no wrong answers for tableware, barware and serveware. Explore an expansive collection of antique and vintage glass, ceramics, silver and serveware today on 1stDibs.