Decorative Arts & Design

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LOT 98

Lot 98

Victorian Silver Bead Pattern Grape Shears and Dessert Serving Knife and Fork, John Gammage, Birmingham, 1876/78

Victorian Silver Bead Pattern Grape Shears and Dessert Serving Knife and Fork, John Gammage, Birmingham, 1876/78
Lot 98 Details
Victorian Silver Bead Pattern Grape Shears and Dessert Serving Knife and Fork, John Gammage, Birmingham, 1876/78

knife length 11.2 in — 28.5 cm
10.5 oz. — 327 grams (gross)

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $300
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Lorenz and Irene Biricz Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

In good condition; all well marked (grape shears are the later date)

LOT 98
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