DEAKIN & FRANCIS 1888 Victorian Ivory Letter Opener In .925 Sterling Silver

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DEAKIN & FRANCIS 1888 Victorian Ivory Letter Opener In .925 Sterling Silver

Price:$550

$995List Price

About the Item

Victorian letter opener designed by Deakin & Francis. Beautiful desk letter opener, created in Birmingham England during the Victorian era, back in the 1888. The letter opener was crafted at the silversmith’s atelier of Deakin & Francis in solid .925/.999 sterling silver and carved ivory. The design of the handle is engraved and chiseled with floriated and organics motifs. This piece retains the original aged patina of over 100 years old and will be a great addition for your desk or your bijouterie cabinet. Deakin & Francis The company was founded in 1786 by Benjamin Woolfield, Deakin & Francis have over 230 years of heritage. As England's oldest manufacturing jewelers, the Deakin & Francis factory remains in the same building today as it began in, dating back to the Industrial Revolution. The company was established in Harper’s Hill House (15-17 Regent Place). In 1840 Mr. C W S Deakin took control with his business partner Mr. C W B Moore. On the latter’s retirement. Mr. S. H. Deakin joined his uncle, and this partnership continued until Mr. Deakin, senior, gave up his interest. Mr. H. Francis then joined Mr. S. H. Deakin, and the firm has since traded under the name of Deakin and Francis. The business is now led by James and Henry Deakin, the 7th generation of Deakin’s at the helm. Year: 1888. Technique: Carving and sterling silver. Weight: 87.95 Grams. Measurements: 390 mm by 36 mm by 20 mm (15.35 x 1.42 x 0.79 Inches). Hallmarks: Stamped with British marks; the anchor for the city of Birmingham, the maker's mark D&F associated to Deakin & Francis, the letter code for the date of assay 1888 and the rampant lion of England. Disclosure Note: This is an antique relics piece with over 100 years old or more. Condition: The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: D070924ANMJ/.1189

Creator:
Deakin & Francis (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 0.79 in (2.01 cm)Width: 15.35 in (38.99 cm)Depth: 1.42 in (3.61 cm)
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Silver,Sterling Silver,Hand-Carved,Hand-Crafted,Polished,Repoussé
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
1888
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
Seller Location:
Miami, FL
Reference Number:
Seller: D070924ANMJ/.11891stDibs: LU8303240693652

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