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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Dessert Set - 1900
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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Dessert Set - 1900

1900 - 1920
Sold 4 September 2025 · S & A Marsh
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Description

A beautiful set of six antique Victorian sterling silver and mother of pearl dessert knives and forks which have curved shaped mother of pearl handles, which are still in excellent condition, and plain silver knife blades and silver forks with three tines. This set has been made to a high standard and would be perfect to use. They sit neatly in a fitted box with attractive inlaid detailing and an unusual brass plaque on the lid. There are twelve pieces in total.

Length of each knife: 20.3 cms (8")

Length of each fork: 16 cms (6.3")

They were hallmarked in Sheffield for 1900 by Thomas Levesley (Levesley Brothers)

Complimentary postage is included within the price of this dessert set.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. Please visit www.marshantiquesilver.com for a wider selection of items.

Date of Manufacture

S & A Marsh has dated this Silver and Mother of Pearl Dessert Set to the 1900s.

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SA1161287
Dealers Internal Reference
6505
Description
A beautiful set of six antique Victorian sterling silver and mother of pearl dessert knives and forks which have curved shaped mother of pearl handles, which are still in excellent condition, and plain silver knife blades and silver forks with three tines. This set has been made to a high standard and would be perfect to use.
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They sit neatly in a fitted box with attractive inlaid detailing and an unusual brass plaque on the lid.
S & A Marsh

There are twelve pieces in total.

fig 1. An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Dessert Set - 1900

Length of each knife: 20.3 cms (8")

Length of each fork: 16 cms (6.3")

They were hallmarked in Sheffield for 1900 by Thomas Levesley (Levesley Brothers)

Complimentary postage is included within the price of this dessert set.

If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us. Please visit www.marshantiquesilver.com for a wider selection of items.

Date of Manufacture

S & A Marsh has dated this Silver and Mother of Pearl Dessert Set to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161287
Dealers Internal Ref
6505
S & A Marsh
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2019
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S & A Marsh is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Dessert Set - 1900

Archive II An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View II
Archive III An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View III
Archive IV An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View IV
Archive V An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View V
Archive VI An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View VI
Archive VII An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View VII
Archive VIII An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View VIII
Archive IX An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View IX
Archive X An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles. View X
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S & A Marsh
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An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Dessert Set - 1900
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An open wooden box lined with white satin and green velvet displays a complete set of matching sterling silver knives and forks with mother of pearl handles.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCutlery Sets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Mother of Pearl, Wood, Velvet, Satin
  • ColourSilver and White
  • MotifsFitted wooden presentation case, Iridescent mother-of-pearl handles, Engraved silver blades, Velvet and satin lining

FAQs

Victorian dessert sets gained immense popularity during the 19th century as formal dining rituals expanded to include dedicated courses for fruit and sweets, often presented in fitted wooden boxes.

These sets typically feature sterling silver or silver-plated blades and tines paired with handles carved from natural mother-of-pearl, housed in velvet-lined wooden cases.

Authenticity is determined by checking for official silver hallmarks stamped on the metal components, evaluating the natural iridescent grain of the mother-of-pearl handles, and examining the craftsmanship of the fitted case.

An antique cased set can be displayed closed on a sideboard or opened inside a glass-fronted cabinet to introduce texture, heritage, and metallic accents to a dining room.

Silver requires periodic gentle polishing with a non-abrasive cloth, while mother-of-pearl should be kept away from harsh chemicals and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent cracking.
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