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Antique 1700s Sterling Silver Sucket Fork

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An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Georgian sterling silver sucket fork; an addition to our collectable flatware collection This exceptional and rare antique George III sterling silver sucket fork has a plain oval form. The oval spoon bowl is conjoined to a three-tined fork via a narrow stem, ornamented with plain shoulders. The surface of the bowl is embellished with the later engraved inscription 'Birdie 1891'. The reverse of this antique silver sucket fork features a rounded heel to the spoon's bowl. This exceptional sucket fork was crafted by the renowned flatware makers George Smith (III) & William Fearn. * A sucket fork is a small utensil used for eating sucket or sweetmeats. Condition This antique silver sucket fork is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the stem are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique cutlery. Dimensions Length 15.5cm/6.1' Width 3.5cm/1.38' Height 1.6cm/0.63' Weight 1.6 troy ounces/49.8g Maker: George Smith (III) & William Fearn Date: 1787 Origin: London, England SKU: C8386
  • Creator:
    George Smith III & William Fearn (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.63 in (1.61 cm)Width: 1.38 in (3.51 cm)Depth: 6.1 in (15.5 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1780-1789
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1787
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C83861stDibs: LU1200237733982
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