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Mary Chawner Victorian Sterling Silver Meat Skewer / Letter Opener

About the Item

A fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver meat skewer/letter opener made by Mary Chawner; an addition to our diverse flatware collection. This large antique Victorian sterling silver meat skewer/letter opener has a tapered form. The surface of this skewer is embellished with a contemporary engraved initial ‘R’ below the plain circular ring loop finger piece. The reverse surface is plain and unembellished apart from the featured hallmarks. This fine example of antique silversmith was crafted by the renowned London female silversmith Mary Chawner. 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 skewer is an exceptional gauge of silver, fine quality and in excellent presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the reverse surface are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Dimensions Length 25.2cm/9.9" Diameter of ring loop 2.5cm/1" Weight 2.4 troy ounces/74.8g Maker: Mary Chawner Origin: London, England Date: 1838 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Mary Chawner silver.
  • Creator:
    Mary Chawner (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.9 in (25.15 cm)Diameter: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1838
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A38691stDibs: LU1200219455392

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