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Set of 12 Silver Handled Dessert Knives 1812 - Moses Brent
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Set of 12 Silver Handled Dessert Knives 1812 - Moses Brent

19th century
Sold 24 October 2024 · David Pickett Antiques
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A fine set of 12 silver handled dessert knives. All handles are hallmarked for London 1812 and for specialist knife maker Moses Brent. The blades are original and are close plated and marked for Gilbert.

All of the knives are crested with a wild boar, but as can be seen on the last photograph, four knives have been crested on the reverse of the handle.

The knives are in good condition, with some slight age related wear. There is some wear to the close plated blades, especially to one blade, which has slight 'bubbling' in the plating.

Total weight approx 638g

Length approx 21cm

Length of blade approx 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Silver Dessert Knives to the 19th Century.

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21cm (8.27")
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SA1072255
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A fine set of 12 silver handled dessert knives. All handles are hallmarked for London 1812 and for specialist knife maker Moses Brent. The blades are original and are close plated and marked for Gilbert.
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All of the knives are crested with a wild boar, but as can be seen on the last photograph, four knives have been crested on the reverse of the handle.
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fig 1. A set of twelve silver-handled dessert knives arranged in a parallel row, showing engraved details and polished metal surfaces.
fig 1. Set of 12 Silver Handled Dessert Knives 1812 - Moses Brent

The knives are in good condition, with some slight age related wear. There is some wear to the close plated blades, especially to one blade, which has slight 'bubbling' in the plating.

Total weight approx 638g

Length approx 21cm

Length of blade approx 11.5cm

Date of Manufacture

David Pickett Antiques has dated these Silver Dessert Knives to the 19th Century.

Height
21cm (8.27")
Reference Numbers
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SA1072255
David Pickett Antiques
David Pickett Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2020

Specialists in old sheffield plate

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A set of twelve silver-handled dessert knives arranged in a parallel row, showing engraved details and polished metal surfaces.
Set of 12 Silver Handled Dessert Knives 1812 - Moses Brent
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  • ObjectCutlery
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSilver, Steel
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHallmarks, Engraved handles, Tapered form
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in)

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Georgian silver, produced during the reigns of the Georges from 1714 to 1830, is characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and often heavy gauge silver with crisp hallmarks.

These items typically feature filled or hollow silver handles attached to steel blades, often constructed using traditional soldering and smithing techniques by regional silversmiths.

Authenticity is verified by checking for legible kings or queens head duty marks, town marks, date letters, and makers marks, alongside natural ageing and wear consistent with the early 19th century.

Such pieces can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets, used for special dining occasions to add historical texture, or arranged on sideboards to contrast against contemporary surfaces.

Store them in anti-tarnish rolls or lined boxes, wash by hand immediately after use using mild soap, and avoid harsh abrasive cleaners or modern dishwashers.
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