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Indian Silver Gilt and Agate Handled Travelling Knife and Fork
About the Item
An exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique Indian silver gilt and agate handled travelling knife and fork set, boxed; an addition to our silver flatware collection
This exceptional antique Indian silver gilt and agate handle knife and fork set consists of a table knife and fork.
The silver blade of the knife has a plain rounded form and the fork has four tines.
The surfaces of the knife and fork are plain and unembellished.
The silver gilt ferrule of each piece is embellished with pin struck and stylised bud style borders, in addition to the contemporary engraved initials 'EEW' to the reverse surface.
This impressive antique knife and fork set retains the original and impressive faceted agate handles, each ornamented with a ribbed design to the lower portion.
These exceptional examples of antique flatware are fitted to the impressive original hinged leatherette box with satin and velvet lined interior, which secures with two hinged catches.
Each piece of this travelling knife and fork set retains the original gilding.
Condition
This antique agate handled knife and fork set is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The original box is in presentation condition. The Indian hallmarks struck to the reverse surface of of the knife blade are all very clear.
Dimensions
Knife
Length 20.2cm/8"
Width 1.9cm/0.7"
Fork
Length 17.5cm/6.9"
Width 1.8cm/0.7"
Weight
Not measurable as agate handles
Maker: Hamilton & Co.
Date: circa 1880
Origin: Calcutta, India
Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these pieces of Indian silverware.
- Creator:Hamilton & Co., Calcutta (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1880
- Condition:Please see main description.
- Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
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