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Antique Silver Cutlery Set.
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Antique Silver Cutlery Set.

19th century
Description

Good Victorian Old English pattern cutlery service; the service contains 56 pieces in total and is for eight people. The spoons and forks are all by the same maker and are the same date range, the tea spoons being one year earlier. The knives are more recent which is not unusual as the original knives need to be replaced as the handles eventually part company with the blades as they go in and out of hot water over the years. Modern knives are hard soldered to prevent this occurring. These are hard soldered knives. Lovely condition, well regarded maker, ready to use and enjoy. The service comprises of:

8 x Table spoons.

8 x Table forks.

8 x Dessert spoons.

8 x Dessert forks.

8 x Tea spoons.

8 x Table knives.

8 x Dessert knives.

London. 1896, Charles Boyton.

Length of Table knife 25cm

Weight (of spoons and forks) 65 troy oz/2022gm

As the knife blades are stainless steel is is not possible to determine an exact silver weight for the knife handles.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Declaration

George James Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Cutlery Set to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1234946
Dealers Internal Reference
28/2293
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Description
Good Victorian Old English pattern cutlery service; the service contains 56 pieces in total and is for eight people.
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The spoons and forks are all by the same maker and are the same date range, the tea spoons being one year earlier.
George James Antiques

The knives are more recent which is not unusual as the original knives need to be replaced as the handles eventually part company with the blades as they go in and out of hot water over the years. Modern knives are hard soldered to prevent this occurring. These are hard soldered knives. Lovely condition, well regarded maker, ready to use and enjoy. The service comprises of:

fig 1. A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background.
fig 1. Antique Silver Cutlery Set.

8 x Table spoons.

8 x Table forks.

8 x Dessert spoons.

8 x Dessert forks.

8 x Tea spoons.

8 x Table knives.

8 x Dessert knives.

London. 1896, Charles Boyton.

Length of Table knife 25cm

Weight (of spoons and forks) 65 troy oz/2022gm

As the knife blades are stainless steel is is not possible to determine an exact silver weight for the knife handles.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
17cm (6.69")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Date of Manufacture

George James Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Cutlery Set to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1234946
Dealers Internal Ref
28/2293
George James Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2007
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A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background.
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Archive I A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background.

Antique Silver Cutlery Set.

Archive II A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background. View II
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Archive IV A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background. View IV
Archive V A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background. View V
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George James Antiques
Telephone 01488 580 048
Location
Great Grooms of Hungerford
Riverside House
1 Charnham Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0EP
United Kingdom
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A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background.
Antique Silver Cutlery Set.
Ref: SA1234946
A complete antique silver cutlery set comprising table knives, forks, soup spoons, dessert spoons, and teaspoons arranged neatly on a white background.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery Set
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver, Steel
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsTapered handles, Polished bowls, Four-prong tines, Ribbed knife handles
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 17 cm (7 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Complete silver flatware services emerged prominently during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries to accommodate multi-course dining. Standardised sets were produced by silversmiths to include matching table knives, forks, and specialised spoons for formal entertainment.

Antique silver cutlery is typically crafted from sterling silver, containing 92.5 percent pure silver, or high-grade silver plate over base metals like nickel silver. Knife blades often utilised forged steel or stainless steel paired with hollow or solid silver handles.

Authenticity is verified through official hallmark stamps indicating silver purity, city assay office marks, maker initials, and date letters. Additional indicators include balanced weight, natural surface patination, and minor historical wear on spoon tips and fork tines.

Silver flatware can be integrated into contemporary dining settings by pairing polished pieces with minimalist ceramic tableware and natural linen table runners. Mixing historic silver service with modern glassware creates a layered, textured aesthetic.

Hand wash silver flatware in warm water with mild detergent and dry immediately with a soft cloth to prevent water spots. Store pieces in tarnish-resistant cloth rolls or lined canteens away from excess humidity and sulfur-containing materials.
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