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Paul Storr Antique Set of Six Sterling Silver Meat Skewers

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A magnificent, fine and impressive set of six antique George III English sterling silver meat skewers or letter openers made by Paul Storr, an addition to our diverse flatware collection. These magnificent antique George IV English sterling silver meat skewers or letter openers has a plain tapered form. This exceptional set is comprised of three pairs of meat skewers, each pair graduating in size. Each skewer is ornamented with the contemporary bright cut engraved crest below a baron's coronet. The terminal of each skewer is embellished with a chased decorated shell design below a reed decorated circular ring loop finger piece. Sets of six graduated antique silver skewers are difficult to locate, especially those by the renowned and important London silversmith Paul Storr. 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 openers Condition These antique silver meat skewers are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The chased decoration is all very sharp and the crests are very crisp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of each skewer are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these pieces of antique flatware. Dimensions: Large skewer: Length 32.9 cm/13" Diameter of ring 3 cm/1.2" Medium skewer: Length 30.7 cm/12.1" Diameter of ring 3 cm/1.2" Small skewer: Length 27.8 cm/10.9" Diameter of ring 3 cm/1.2" Total weight: 20.2 troy ounces/627g. Maker: Paul Storr. Date: 1812. Origin: London, England.
  • Creator:
    Paul Storr (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13 in (33.02 cm)Width: 1.2 in (3.05 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 6
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1812
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A69221stDibs: LU1200226557382
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