Object Description
An antique Victorian sterling silver cutlery set which has been designed in the Fiddle pattern style for 8 persons. This lovely set was hallmarked between 1852 – 1872 by George Adams and remains in excellent condition. It consists of:
8 x table forks: 20 cms (7.9″) in length
8 x dessert forks: 17.2 cms (6.8″) in length
8 x table (soup) spoons: 22.8 cms (9″) in length
8 x dessert spoons: 17.8 cms (7″) in length
8 x teaspoons: 14.7 cms (5.8″) in length
1 x basting (serving) spoon: 30 cms (11.8″) in length
2 x sauce ladles: 18.1 cms (7.2″) in length
8 x table knives: 24.5 cms (9.6″) in length
8 x dessert knives: 22 cms (8.7″) in length
Weight (without the knives): 74.7 troy ounces (2,323 grams)
This well cared for silver cutlery set would look impressive when displayed on the dining table and would be a pleasure to use. The silver handled knives with stainless steel blades were made in Sheffield for 1992/3 by United Cutlers Ltd and compliment this set perfectly. Useful wraps have been provided to help keep this set clean and tidy and there are 59 pieces in total.