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Pair of Fine Walker & Hall Silver Plate Prince of Wales Fleur De Lys Meat Skewers or Letter Openers / Knives
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Pair of Fine Walker & Hall Silver Plate Prince of Wales Fleur De Lys Meat Skewers or Letter Openers / Knives

1900 - 1920
Sold 18 February 2026 · Hough & Son
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Description

Pair of fine, late 19thC or early 20thC Walker & Hall silver plate Prince of Wales fleur de lys meat skewers or letter openers / knives.

Each clearly marked for Walker and Hall.

The larger measures approx. 36cms in length; the smaller, approx. 25.5cms in length.

Both are in excellent, antique condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

Hough & Son has dated these Silver Plate Meat Skewers to the 1900s.

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SA1172180
Description
Pair of fine, late 19thC or early 20thC Walker & Hall silver plate Prince of Wales fleur de lys meat skewers or letter openers / knives.

Each clearly marked for Walker and Hall.

The larger measures approx. 36cms in length; the smaller, approx. 25.5cms in length.

Both are in excellent, antique condition.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

Hough & Son has dated these Silver Plate Meat Skewers to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1172180
Hough & Son
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Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Fine Walker & Hall Silver Plate Prince of Wales Fleur De Lys Meat Skewers or Letter Openers / Knives

Archive II Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. View II
Archive III Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. View III
Archive IV Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. View IV
Archive V Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. View V
Archive VI Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. View VI
Archive VII Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top. View VII
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Hough & Son
Telephone 07800 952281
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Haslemere
Surrey
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/houghson
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Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top.
Pair of Fine Walker & Hall Silver Plate Prince of Wales Fleur de Lys Meat Skewers or Letter Openers / Knives
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Two tapered silver-plated skewers of differing lengths featuring decorative Prince of Wales feather finials at the top.
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  • ObjectTableware
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver Plate, Nickel Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsPrince of Wales feathers, Tapered blade, Cast handle
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in)

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Silver and silver-plated meat skewers originated in the 18th century as functional utensils used to secure joints of meat during roasting and carving, later evolving into decorative serving implements and occasional desk accessories.

These pieces are typically constructed from a base metal, such as copper or nickel silver, coated with a layer of silver via electroplating, often featuring cast figural or heraldic handles.

Authenticity is determined by examining maker marks, hallmarks or electroplate stamps, weight, construction techniques, and natural wear patterns such as base metal showing through the silver plating.

Antique metalware can be displayed in desk settings, mounted in shadow boxes, or styled on sideboards and serving trays to add metallic contrast and historical narrative to modern rooms.

Preservation requires gentle cleaning with a non-abrasive silver cloth or specialized polish to avoid wearing down the thin silver layer, storing them in tarnish-resistant environments away from high humidity.
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