A Gorgeous Boxed Silver Christening Set

An excellent gift idea for a Christening. This is a late Victorian boxed two piece set, in hallmarked silver. The fork and spoon are in the Queen Ann revival style. The handles have dog nose terminals and the spoon has a rat-tail back. The spoon was made by the great Francis Higgins and the fork by Godsmiths & Silversmith Co. - both renowned for high quality silver items in the 19th and early 20th Century . They are presented in a delightful shaped and fitted box, with a plush and satin lining. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£16.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no holes, splits or dents. The box is showing some age related wear and tear.

Date :- London 1896.

Hallmarks :- Readable and clear.

Maker :- Francis Higgins. Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co.

Length :- 16.7 cms.

Spoon bowl width :- 3.5 cms.

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