These fine antique George IV English sterling silver game skewers/letter opener has a plain tapered form.
The anterior and posterior surfaces of the skewer are embellished with chased decorated shell designs below the plain circular ring loop finger piece.
The original use of this item was purely as a game/meat skewer. Due to its form, this piece may certainly be used as an effective letter opener.
Condition
These antique letter openers are a very good gauge of silver, very good quality and in excellent condition. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of each skewer show wear in keeping with the age; all the hallmarks are clear apart from the maker’s marks which are rubbed and illegible.
Dimensions
Length 12 cm/4.75″
Diameter of ring 1.1cm/0.4″
Total weight
0.7 troy ounces/23.2g
Maker: Unknown
Origin: London, England
Date: 1820
Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these pieces of antique flatware.
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Dimensions:Height: 4.75 in (12.07 cm)Width: 0.4 in (1.02 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1.02 cm)
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Sold As:Set of 2
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Style:George IV(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:SilverSterling Silver
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Period:1820-1829
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Date of Manufacture:1820
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Condition:ExcellentWear consistent with age and use. Please see main description.
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Seller Location:Jesmond, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: W8010Seller: LU1200219529822
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