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Antique Pair of Sterling Silver Game Skewers / Letter Openers

$1,811.11per set
£1,295per set
€1,548.65per set
CA$2,483.40per set
A$2,772.79per set
CHF 1,454.85per set
MX$34,221.09per set
NOK 18,287.67per set
SEK 17,111.36per set
DKK 11,553.21per set
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A fine pair of antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter openers; an addition to our diverse flatware collection These fine antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter opener has a plain tapered form. The anterior and posterior surfaces of the skewer are embellished with chased decorated shell designs below the plain circular ring loop finger piece. The original use of this item was purely as a game/meat skewer. Due to its form, this piece may certainly be used as an effective letter opener. Condition These antique letter openers are a very good gauge of silver, very good quality and in excellent condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of each skewer show wear in keeping with the age; all the hallmarks are clear apart from the maker’s marks which are rubbed and illegible. Dimensions Length 12 cm/4.75" Diameter of ring 1.1cm/0.4" Total weight 0.7 troy ounces/23.2g Maker: Unknown Origin: London, England Date: 1820 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these pieces of antique flatware.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 0.4 in (1.02 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1.02 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    George IV (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: W80101stDibs: LU1200219529822

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