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Cased Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Bread Fork by William Devenport, Birmingham 1903
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Cased Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Bread Fork by William Devenport, Birmingham 1903

1900 - 1920
Description

This delightful Edwardian silver and mother of pearl bread fork is dated Birmingham 1903 and was made by William Devenport. The engraved solid silver fork with fully hallmarked ferrule and plain mother of pearl handle. Presented in its original leather cased lined with satin and velvet.

Hallmarks:

W.D for William Devenport.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion passant.

Date letter "c" for 1903.

Dimensions:

Length: 15cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Engraved decorations and hallmarks are bright.

Points of the prongs are sharp.

No splits or damage to the mother of pearl.

The ferrule is hallmarked as is the fork.

Case in very good condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

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Physical Dimensions
Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Bread Fork to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1190036
Dealers Internal Reference
JANV91
Description
This delightful Edwardian silver and mother of pearl bread fork is dated Birmingham 1903 and was made by William Devenport. The engraved solid silver fork with fully hallmarked ferrule and plain mother of pearl handle. Presented in its original leather cased lined with satin and velvet.
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver three-tined bread fork with an engraved blade and mother of pearl handle inside an open fitted case.
fig 1. Cased Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Bread Fork by William Devenport, Birmingham 1903

Hallmarks:

W.D for William Devenport.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion passant.

Date letter "c" for 1903.

Dimensions:

Length: 15cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Engraved decorations and hallmarks are bright.

Points of the prongs are sharp.

fig 2. An Edwardian sterling silver three-tined bread fork with an engraved blade and mother of pearl handle inside an open fitted case.
fig 2. Cased Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Bread Fork by William Devenport, Birmingham 1903

No splits or damage to the mother of pearl.

The ferrule is hallmarked as is the fork.

Case in very good condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

fig 3. An Edwardian sterling silver three-tined bread fork with an engraved blade and mother of pearl handle inside an open fitted case.
fig 3. Cased Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Bread Fork by William Devenport, Birmingham 1903

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
15cm (5.91")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Edwardian Silver Bread Fork to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1190036
Dealers Internal Ref
JANV91
Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Archive I An Edwardian sterling silver three-tined bread fork with an engraved blade and mother of pearl handle inside an open fitted case.

Cased Edwardian Silver & Mother of Pearl Bread Fork by William Devenport, Birmingham 1903

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An Edwardian sterling silver three-tined bread fork with an engraved blade and mother of pearl handle inside an open fitted case.
CASED EDWARDIAN SILVER & MOTHER OF PEARL BREAD FORK BY WILLIAM DEVENPORT, BIRMINGHAM 1903
Ref: SA1190036
An Edwardian sterling silver three-tined bread fork with an engraved blade and mother of pearl handle inside an open fitted case.
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FAQs

Bread forks were specialised serving utensils introduced during the nineteenth century to allow diners to select sliced bread or toast without touching it directly with their fingers. They typically feature three broad, decorative tines designed to spear and lift slices cleanly at the dining table.

These items were crafted by attaching a solid sterling silver head to a carved mother of pearl shank using a concealed metal bolster and cement resin. The silver tines were often engraved or pierced, while the iridescent handle was carved from organic shell.

Authentic British sterling silver from the Edwardian era bears a full set of official hallmarks, including the lion passant mark, an assay town mark, a date letter, and a registered makers mark. Pieces produced between 1901 and 1910 may also feature the profile monarch duty mark.

Cased silver flatware can be displayed open on a sideboard or within a glass-fronted cabinet to highlight the contrast between the silver and the original textile lining. Alternatively, individual pieces can be integrated into formal dining tablescapes alongside contemporary tableware.

The silver components should be polished gently with a soft cloth and specialised silver cream, avoiding harsh chemicals. Mother of pearl handles must never be submerged in hot water or washed in a dishwasher, as high temperatures and moisture can weaken the adhesive and damage the organic shell.
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