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Antique Georgian York Sterling Silver Meat Skewer / Letter Opener

$2,185.42
£1,595
€1,860.48
CA$2,993.47
A$3,329.40
CHF 1,738.51
MX$40,515.20
NOK 22,203.39
SEK 20,822.86
DKK 13,885.49
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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III York sterling silver meat skewer / letter opener made by Robert Cattle and James Barber; an addition to our Georgian silverware collection. This fine antique George III English solid silver meat skewer / letter opener*, in sterling standard, has a tapered form with a circular ring loop finger piece. The surface of this fine example of Georgian silverware is plain and unembellished, apart from the featured hallmarks to the reverse. This exceptional Georgian meat skewer was crafted by the renowned York silversmiths Robert Cattle and James Barber. * The original use of this item was purely as a meat skewer. Due to its form, this piece may certainly be used as an effective letter opener. Condition This antique solid silver meat skewer is a superior gauge of silver for its type, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the reverse surface of the skewer are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the superior gauge of silver. Dimensions Length 25.6 cm / 10.1" Width 3.5 cm / 1.4" Height 0.4 cm / 0.2" Weight 5.2 troy ounces / 162 g Maker: Robert Cattle & James Barber Date: 1808 Origin: York, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Georgian silverware. Item Ref. SKU: C4240.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.2 in (5.08 mm)Diameter: 10.1 in (25.66 cm)
  • Style:
    George III (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1808
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C42401stDibs: LU1200220890362

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