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Silver Fish Knife William Iv, London, 1830.
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Silver Fish Knife William Iv, London, 1830.

19th century
Sold 2 March 2025 · Gillers Antiques Ltd
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This is a 19th-century silver fish slicer, an exquisite example of elegant tableware from the period, crafted by William Chawner II during the reign of William IV. The blade features intricate pierced or openwork designs, often referred to as filigree, showcasing delicate scrollwork and floral motifs. The handle is adorned with a monogram of a rooster, which appears to be associated with a family coat of arms from Northumberland or Scotland. These decorative patterns were also functional, allowing excess juices to drain off when serving fish.

William Chawner II (1781-1834) was a prominent silversmith, renowned as the leading manufacturer of spoons and forks in London during his time. The company’s pattern book became a key reference for naming many of the silverware patterns produced during the Victorian era, solidifying Chawner II's influence on 19th-century tableware design.

Made by William Chawner II and fully hallmarked for London, 1830

Sizes: length 31 cm, width at widest part 6.6 cm.

Weight 158 grams

Condition: excellent condition, no dents or damage.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Silver Fish Knife to the 19th Century.

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This is a 19th-century silver fish slicer, an exquisite example of elegant tableware from the period, crafted by William Chawner II during the reign of William IV.
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The blade features intricate pierced or openwork designs, often referred to as filigree, showcasing delicate scrollwork and floral motifs.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

The handle is adorned with a monogram of a rooster, which appears to be associated with a family coat of arms from Northumberland or Scotland. These decorative patterns were also functional, allowing excess juices to drain off when serving fish.

fig 1. An antique sterling silver fish knife featuring a pierced blade with engraved scrollwork and a crest on the handle.
fig 1. Silver Fish Knife William Iv, London, 1830.

William Chawner II (1781-1834) was a prominent silversmith, renowned as the leading manufacturer of spoons and forks in London during his time. The company’s pattern book became a key reference for naming many of the silverware patterns produced during the Victorian era, solidifying Chawner II's influence on 19th-century tableware design.

fig 2. An antique sterling silver fish knife featuring a pierced blade with engraved scrollwork and a crest on the handle.
fig 2. Silver Fish Knife William Iv, London, 1830.

Made by William Chawner II and fully hallmarked for London, 1830

Sizes: length 31 cm, width at widest part 6.6 cm.

Weight 158 grams

Condition: excellent condition, no dents or damage.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Silver Fish Knife to the 19th Century.

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An antique sterling silver fish knife featuring a pierced blade with engraved scrollwork and a crest on the handle.
Silver Fish Knife William IV, London, 1830.
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An antique sterling silver fish knife featuring a pierced blade with engraved scrollwork and a crest on the handle.
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  • ObjectCutlery
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPierced blade, Engraved foliage, Fiddle pattern handle, Family crest

The William IV era spans from 1830 to 1837, acting as a transitional bridge between the ornate Regency period and the heavy industrial styling of early Victorian silver.

These pieces were typically forged from sterling silver, often featuring hand-pierced blades with engraved scrollwork and hollow or solid silver handles.

Authenticity is verified by checking the hallmarks stamped directly onto the metal, which typically include a makers mark, a standard mark for sterling silver, a city mark such as the leopards head for London, and a date letter.

Mixing heritage silverware with minimalist white porcelain creates a sophisticated contrast that bridges traditional craftsmanship with modern interior aesthetics.

Antique silver should be washed gently in warm water with a mild, phosphate-free soap and dried with a soft microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh abrasive dips that can remove valuable patina.
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