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Antique 20th Century English Solid Silver & Enamel Desk Accessory Set c.1912

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Antique 20th Century English gilt solid silver and enamel desk set, comprising a pencil, letter opener, and small knife. Each piece is decorated with inlaid white enamel, with the pencil reflecting an overall design reminiscent of Imperial Russian Fabergé style. The letter opener also functions as a paper clip, while the knife, designed for sharpening the pencil, features inlaid white enamel lines on one side like the other pieces in the set. Housed in its original retail box, this set remains a practical and stylish addition to any office or home library, retaining its usefulness over a century later. Hallmarked English Solid Silver (925 Standard), London, Year 1912, Maker's mark W.H (William Hornby), Retailers mark K&Co (Kendall & Co,17 Rue de la Paix). CONDITION In Great Condition. Some wear in keeping with age to the knife - Please refer to photographs. SIZE Pencil Opened Length: 12.75 cm // 5.02 inches Closed Length: 8.25 cm // 3.25 inches Width: 1 cm // 0.39 inches Depth: 0.5 cm // 0.20 inches Weight: 12.3g // 0.40 ozt Letter Opener Height: 0.75 cm // 0.30 inches Width: 11.5 cm // 4.53 inches Depth: 1.2 cm // 0.47 inches Weight: 18.5g // 0.59 ozt Knife Height: 0.5 cm // 0.20 inches Width: 5.3 cm // 2.09 inches Depth: 1 cm // 0.39 inches Weight: 14.3g // 0.46 ozt
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.2 in (5 mm)Width: 0.4 in (1 cm)Depth: 5.02 in (12.75 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1912
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition. Some wear in keeping with age to the knife - Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: J111951stDibs: LU1348244850962

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