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LOT 123

Lot 123

Canadian Silver 'Old English' Pattern Assembled Flatware Service, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., and J.E. Ellis & Co., Toronto, Ont., early 20th century

Canadian Silver 'Old English' Pattern Assembled Flatware Service, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., and J.E. Ellis & Co., Toronto, Ont., early 20th century
Lot 123 Details
Canadian Silver 'Old English' Pattern Assembled Flatware Service, Henry Birks & Sons, Montreal, Que., and J.E. Ellis & Co., Toronto, Ont., early 20th century

comprising one hundred and seventy-one pieces: 10 dinner knives, 12 luncheon knives, 12 dinner forks, 12 dessert forks, 11 salad forks, 12 dessert spoons, 12 soup spoons, 12 bouillon spoons, 10 five o'clock tea spoons, 11 ice cream spoons, 12 demi-tasse spoons, 12 cocktail forks, 14 butter knives, 2 table spoons, bottle opener, sugar spoon, 2 pickle forks, butter knife, soup ladle, cake saw, and pie server, together with 9 pieces of assorted English flatware
dinner knife depth 9.8 in — 25 cm
138.1 oz. — 4294 grams (weighable)

Estimate $2,500-$3,500

Realised: $3,997.50
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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CONDITION DETAILS

As found; predominately engraved with monogram 'W'; one steel blade broken and some rusted; a few bent tines and dents; otherwise in substantially good condition

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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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