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Antique Silver Skewer Set.
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Antique Silver Skewer Set.

18th century
Sold 17 March 2025 · George James Antiques
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Good pair of Geo.III silver skewers, one for meat, the other smaller one for poultry; each has a "ring" loop top and is decorated with a fine shell. The blades are in fine solid, stiff, condition and these are made by top - class cutlery silversmiths of the period. Rare to find a matching pair.

London. 1802. Eley & Fearn.

Meat skewer length 32.5cm

Poultry skewer 28cm

Weight of pair 7 troy oz/217gm

Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated these Antique Silver Skewers to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Reference Numbers
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SA1004766
Dealers Internal Reference
28/2135
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Description
Good pair of Geo.
“
III silver skewers, one for meat, the other smaller one for poultry; each has a "ring" loop top and is decorated with a fine shell.
George James Antiques

The blades are in fine solid, stiff, condition and these are made by top - class cutlery silversmiths of the period. Rare to find a matching pair.

London. 1802. Eley & Fearn.

Meat skewer length 32.5cm

Poultry skewer 28cm

Weight of pair 7 troy oz/217gm

Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated these Antique Silver Skewers to the Georgian era.

Height
32.5cm (12.80")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1004766
Dealers Internal Ref
28/2135
George James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2007
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Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Silver Skewer Set.

Archive II Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles. View II
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Archive IV Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles. View IV
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Archive X Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles. View X
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George James Antiques
Telephone 01488 580 048
Location
Great Grooms of Hungerford
Riverside House
1 Charnham Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EP
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/gj
Verified Since Apr 2007
Items For Sale 124
Items Sold 810
George James Antiques
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Location: Great Grooms of Hungerford, Riverside House, 1 Charnham Street, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0EP, United Kingdom
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Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles.
Antique Silver Skewer Set.
Ref: SA1004766
Two polished silver skewers of differing lengths, featuring ring tops and shell motifs at the handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCutlery & Silverware
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRing top handle, Shell motif, Engraved crest
  • SizeH 32.5 cm (13 in) x W 1.5 cm (1 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Antique silver meat skewers were widely used from the 18th century through the Victorian era to secure joints of meat and game during roasting and carving, often featuring in wealthy households as part of comprehensive flatware services.

They were typically forged from sterling silver using traditional silversmithing techniques, often featuring hand-engraved crests and cast ring handles or shell motifs.

Authenticity is determined by checking for traditional hallmarks stamped onto the metal, indicating the assay office, makers mark, and standard of silver, alongside appropriate age-related wear and hand-finished details.

They can be displayed within a glass-fronted cabinet, mounted in a shadow box, or styled on a sideboard tray as a nod to traditional culinary history.

Antique silver should be gently cleaned using a specialist silver cloth and non-abrasive polish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can strip the natural patina and historical engravings.
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