Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons - Antique

Object Description

The pieces of this exceptional composite antique sterling silver flatware set for twelve persons have been crafted in the Fiddle pattern.

The reverse surface of each spoon features a rounded heel to the bowl and pip to the handle terminal; the anterior surface of each fork bears a pip to the terminal.

This antique Fiddle pattern flatware set consists of 84 pieces:

Basic Service
12 Table knives
12 Table forks
12 Table spoons
12 Dessert knives
12 Dessert forks
12 Dessert spoons
12 Teaspoons
The pieces of this composite service have been crafted by a variety of London silversmiths between 1834 – 1848, apart from the Sheffield silver knives which were made by Garrad & Co Ltd in 1992.

This antique flatware service is supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduce tarnishing.

Dimensions
Table knife 24cm/9.4″
Table fork 20.2cm/8″
Table spoon 22.4cm/8.8″
Dessert knife 21.7cm/8.5″
Dessert fork 17.4cm/6.9″
Dessert spoon 17.1cm/6.7″
Teaspoon 14.6cm/5.7″

Weight
96.8 troy ounces/3010g (excluding table and dessert knives)

Object History

Maker: Various Makers
Date: 1834 – 1992
Origin: Sheffield / London, England

Object Literature

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Object Condition

This antique Fiddle pattern flatware set is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each piece are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine and impressive canteen.

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