Antique Victorian 1850s Sterling Silver Flatware Service

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Antique Victorian 1850s Sterling Silver Flatware Service

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English straight sterling silver King's pattern flatware service for 12 persons; an addition to our canteen of cutlery collection. The pieces of this fine, antique Victorian sterling silver straight flatware service for twelve persons have been crafted in King's pattern. The anterior surface of each piece incorporates the contemporary engraved initials 'JMJ'; the engraving could be erased upon request. The reverse of each spoon and fork features a union shell and diamond heel in addition to convex shell ornamentation to the terminal. This Victorian silver flatware consists of 48 pieces: Basic service: 12 table forks 12 table spoons 12 dessert forks 12 dessert spoons The components of this antique service have been crafted by the collectable, renowned silversmith and flatware maker George Adams of Chawner & Co in 1855. This flatware service can be purchased with King's pattern knives if desired. This impressive Kings pattern cutlery canteen is supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduces tarnishing. "Straight" means all the pieces are made by the same maker in the same year. Condition This antique Victorian silver flatware set is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The King's pattern ornamentation is very sharp. Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each piece are all very clear. Dimensions Table fork 21.1 cm / 8.3" Table spoon 22.5 cm / 8.9" Dessert fork 18 cm / 7.1" Dessert spoon 18.3 cm / 7.2" Weight 121.4 troy ounces / 3775g Maker: Chawner & Co (George William Adams) Date: 1855 Origin: London, England Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine and impressive Victorian canteen.

Creator:
Chawner & Co. (Maker)
Dimensions:
Height: 8.3 in (21.09 cm)Diameter: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 48
Style:
Victorian (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
England
Period:
1850-1859
Date of Manufacture:
1855
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Please see main description.
Seller Location:
Jesmond, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: A97001stDibs: LU1200217111772