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LOT 75

Lot 75

American Silver 'Governor Bradford' Pattern Flatware Service, Meriden Britannia Co., Meriden, Conn., 20th century

American Silver 'Governor Bradford' Pattern Flatware Service, Meriden Britannia Co., Meriden, Conn., 20th century
Lot 75 Details
American Silver 'Governor Bradford' Pattern Flatware Service, Meriden Britannia Co., Meriden, Conn., 20th century

comprising one hundred and thirty-two pieces: 12 dinner knives, 12 dinner forks, 12 table spoons, 12 soup spoons, 12 luncheon knives, 12 luncheon forks, 8 bouillon spoons, 12 dessert spoons, 12 large tea spoons, 12 regular tea spoons, 11 coffee spoons, and a pie server
134.2 oz. — 4175 grams (weighable)

Estimate $5,000-$7,000

Realised: $7,500
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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CONDITION DETAILS

Engraved with initial H; some replacement with Birks 'Georgian Plain' pattern (one tea spoon illustrated as example) and consequent slight variations in sizes; a little discolouration/corrosion to some plated steel luncheon knife blades; a few slightly bent shanks; minor wear; otherwise in substantially good condition; all well marked

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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.)

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.