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LOT 55

Lot 55

Assembled William IV and Victorian Silver Fiddle, Thread and Shell Pattern Flatware Service, London, 1823-71

Assembled William IV and Victorian Silver Fiddle, Thread and Shell Pattern Flatware Service, London, 1823-71
Lot 55 Details
Assembled William IV and Victorian Silver Fiddle, Thread and Shell Pattern Flatware Service, London, 1823-71

comprising ninety-three pieces: 14 table spoons, 12 table forks, 12 dessert spoons, 19 dessert forks, 13 tea spoons, 6 coffee spoons, 2 gravy ladles, butter knife, small fork, 2 salt spoons, mustard spoon, 2 sugar tongs, and 8 later salad forks
193.2 oz. — 6008 grams

Estimate $3,500-$5,000

Realised: $5,100
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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CONDITION DETAILS

Some pieces (2 table spoons, a dessert spoon, a dessert fork, 12 tea spoons, 6 coffee spoons, and all of the serving pieces) engraved with a crest or initials; a few pieces are showing signs of wear; otherwise substantially in good condition; all well marked (mainly George Adams for Chawner & Co.); the 8 later salad forks by Harrison Bros. & Howson, Sheffield, 1950-56

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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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