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Victorian Silver Gilt Christening Set with hunting scenes

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Antique Victorian Silver Gilt Christening Set with hunting scenes and comes with a box. This set includes a fork, spoon, and knife, all delicately crafted with intricate designs depicting hunting scenes featuring dogs and stags, along with leaf and scroll motifs and two crossed trumpets with a flowerhead adorning the pieces. Crafted in England, specifically London, between 1860 and 1861, this set bears the maker's mark of Francis Higgins II and is fully hallmarked, attesting to its authenticity and quality. Dimensions: Knife: Length x width x height: 21 x 2.2 x 1.6 cm Fork: Length x width x height: 17 x 2.2 x 1.6 cm Spoon: Length x width x height: 18.2 x 3.2 x 1.6 cm Total weight: 179 grams in silver With box: 382 grams Condition: The set is pre-owned, has age-related wear, and is in excellent condition overall.
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Braintree, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2962338725862

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