Decorative Arts and Design Auction

December 11, 2013

LOT 81

Lot 81

Canadian Silver ‘Francis I’ Pattern Flatware Service, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., 20th century

Canadian Silver ‘Francis I’ Pattern Flatware Service, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., 20th century
Lot 81 Details
Canadian Silver ‘Francis I’ Pattern Flatware Service, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., 20th century

comprising one hundred and forty-four pieces:
12 dinner knives
12 dinner forks
12 luncheon knives
12 luncheon forks
12 salad forks
12 tea knives
12 dessert spoons
12 soup spoons
12 tea spoons
12 coffee spoons
12 demi-tasse spoons
3 table spoons
pair of carvers
pair of fish servers
pie server
gravy ladle
pickle fork
butter knife
sugar tongs

118.3 oz. — 3680 grams

Estimate $2,000-$3,000

Realised: $2,880
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Substantially in good condition; all well marked

LOT 81
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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