Search 0
28,853  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 56 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
GIFTSNEW
56 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Relevant Links
Items per page
ID #SA1098391
FOR SALE
£295
Email Phone Buy
Save
Rare Georgian Coburg Pattern Knife, Fork & Spoon
For sale by Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
for sale €345     $375
£295
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

Sellingantiques Verified Since Dec 2020
Browse dealers 135 items
Relevant Links
Id #SA1098391
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Rare Georgian Coburg Pattern Knife, Fork & Spoon

18th century
Description

A rare Georgian Coburg pattern Knife, Fork & Spoon in original box with silk and velvet lining. The Coburg pattern was originally made by Paul Storr for Rundle Bridge & Rundle. The silver gilding is is super order. Each item bears the makers mark for William Eley. The spoon is 1929, Knife 1827, Fork handle 1827 and the body of the fork 1826, all London. The box is in pretty good order, see pictures, one of the hinges may need a little bit of attention. One hook is missing on the front of the box.

Fork length 18 cm

Spoon length 17.5 cm

Knife length 20.5 cm

Box 23 x 10 x 3 cm

Declaration

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Georgian Silver Coburg Cutlery to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1098391
Dealers Notes

Free postage via Royal Mail Special Delivery to UK mainland addresses.

On items of furniture or larger pictures there will be a delivery charge, please contact for quote.

If you are located outside the UK mainland please contact for delivery charge

I understand that there is no longer a 10% duty payable on antique items sent to the USA. However, please obtain a delivery quote from us prior to purchasing an item. Always happy to reserve an item prior to confirming delivery charge.

No quibble 14 day return policy, buyer to pay return postage.

We aim to despatch within 24 hrs of payment

Payment can be made by card via Selling Antiques, BACS and cheque.

If payment by cheque we will clear the cheque first before despatching the item.

Description
A rare Georgian Coburg pattern Knife, Fork & Spoon in original box with silk and velvet lining. The Coburg pattern was originally made by Paul Storr for Rundle Bridge & Rundle. The silver gilding is is super order. Each item bears the makers mark for William Eley. The spoon is 1929, Knife 1827, Fork handle 1827 and the body of the fork 1826, all London. The box is in pretty good order, see pictures, one of the hinges may need a little bit of attention. One hook is missing on the front of the box.

Fork length 18 cm

Spoon length 17.5 cm

Knife length 20.5 cm

Box 23 x 10 x 3 cm

Date of Manufacture

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) has dated this Georgian Silver Coburg Cutlery to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1098391
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2020
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Digby Antiques (Wiltshire) Profile Page

PDF SHARE
SAVE
A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case.
1 / 8
Archive I A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case.

Rare Georgian Coburg Pattern Knife, Fork & Spoon

Archive II A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View II
Archive III A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View III
Archive IV A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View IV
Archive V A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View V
Archive VI A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View VI
Archive VII A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View VII
Archive VIII A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case. View VIII
Enlarged Archival View
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)

Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Telephone 07710 931929
Location
Wiltshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/digbyantiqueswiltshire
Verified Since Dec 2020
Items For Sale 135
Items Sold 909
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Digby Antiques (Wiltshire)
Verified Since Dec 2020
View Dealer Info
Location: Wiltshire, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/digbyantiqueswiltshire
Verified
Dec 2020
For Sale
135
Sold
909
A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case.
Rare Georgian Coburg pattern Knife, Fork & Spoon
Ref: SA1098391
A three-piece Georgian silver cutlery set in the Coburg pattern, presented inside a velvet-lined display case.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery Set
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet, Silk
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsShell motif, Acanthus leaf relief, Scalloped terminal, Scrollwork

This rare Georgian Coburg pattern cutlery set comprises a knife, a fork, and a spoon in silver gilt, accompanied by an original display box. Each piece bears the maker's mark for William Eley and displays intricate acanthus leaf relief, a shell motif on the spoon bowl, scrollwork, and scalloped terminals. The fork measures 18 cm, the spoon 17.5 cm, the knife 20.5 cm, and the presentation box measures 23 x 10 x 3 cm. The items are struck with London hallmarks dated across the early nineteenth century. The exterior of the rectangular hinged box is covered in dark brown material, while the interior features cream silk on the inside lid and purple velvet lining the base fitted recesses. The silver cutlery exhibits a bright silver gilt finish. Signs of age include wear to the box hinges and a missing front closure hook. This complete set suits display on a sideboard top in a dining room or living space.

FAQs

Silver components should be cleaned using a soft cloth and a specialised, non-abrasive silver polish, avoiding submersion of handles if hollow. The velvet and silk lining of the case should be lightly dusted with a soft brush and stored away from direct sunlight and dampness.

A cased cutlery set can be displayed open on a sideboard, drinks trolley, or bookshelf to showcase the fabric lining and silverwork. It functions as an intriguing conversational object within a dining space or library setting.

Authentic pieces feature clear British hallmarks, including the makers mark, town mark, duty mark, date letter, and the lion passant for sterling silver. High-relief cast ornamentation and crisp detail on the handles also indicate genuine hand-finished period craftsmanship.

The cutlery pieces were crafted from solid sterling silver or silver-gilt, struck with official assay hallmarks. Presentation cases were constructed from wood covered in leather or paper, lined internally with silk and velvet to protect the polished metal surfaces.

Designed during the Regency period in the early nineteenth century, the Coburg pattern is an elaborate shell-and-scroll design favoured for high-status dining services. It represents the opulent neoclassical and rococo revival tastes prevalent in Georgian silverware.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Period
Style
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Recently Added
Online Payments
Categories