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LOT 202

Lot 202

Five Georgian and Victorian Silver Butter Knives, c.1797-1875

Five Georgian and Victorian Silver Butter Knives, c.1797-1875
Lot 202 Details
Five Georgian and Victorian Silver Butter Knives, c.1797-1875

one each with a carved ivory or agate handle, another contained in a fitted case
largest length 7.9 in — 20.1 cm
7.9 oz. — 247 grams (gross)

Estimate $150-$250

Realised: $147.60
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

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CONDITION DETAILS

As found; one engraved with initials and another with a crest; substantially in good condition, except for a bent blade on the ivory handled knife and minor wear to engraving on the cased knife; marks on the ivory handled blade are worn, otherwise all well marked; weight includes agate and ivory handles

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.