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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons
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for sale €7,898     $8,573
£6,750

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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons

19th century
For Sale by S & A Marsh
Description

A lovely antique Victorian sterling silver cutlery set which has been designed for eight persons in the Fiddle pattern style. This set was made in London between 1852 and 1872 by George Adams and remains in excellent condition. It sits neatly in an attractive antique canteen box. It consists of:

8 x table forks: 20 cms (7.9") in length

8 x dessert forks: 17.2 cms (6.8") in length

8 x table/soup spoons: 22.8 cms (9") in length

8 x dessert spoons: 17.8 cms (7") in length

8 x teaspoons: 14.7 cms (5.8") in length

1 x basting/serving spoon: 30 cms (11.8") in length

2 x sauce ladles: 18.1 cms (7.2") in length

8 x table knives: 24.5 cms (9.6") in length

8 x dessert knives: 22 cms (8.7") in length

This well cared for silver cutlery set would look impressive when displayed on the table and would be a pleasure to use. The silver handled knives with stainless steel blades were made in Sheffield for 1992/3 by United Cutlers Ltd. and compliment this set perfectly. It weighs 74.7 troy ounces (2,323 grams) without the silver handled knives and there are 59 pieces in total.

Complimentary postage is included within the price of this silver cutlery.

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

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S & A Marsh has dated this Sterling Silver Cutlery Canteen to the Victorian era.

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SA1236607
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6756
Description
A lovely antique Victorian sterling silver cutlery set which has been designed for eight persons in the Fiddle pattern style.
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This set was made in London between 1852 and 1872 by George Adams and remains in excellent condition.
S & A Marsh

It sits neatly in an attractive antique canteen box. It consists of:

fig 1. An open fitted wooden canteen displaying a multi-piece sterling silver cutlery set in fiddle pattern on blue velvet lining.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons

8 x table forks: 20 cms (7.9") in length

8 x dessert forks: 17.2 cms (6.8") in length

8 x table/soup spoons: 22.8 cms (9") in length

8 x dessert spoons: 17.8 cms (7") in length

8 x teaspoons: 14.7 cms (5.8") in length

fig 2. An open fitted wooden canteen displaying a multi-piece sterling silver cutlery set in fiddle pattern on blue velvet lining.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons

1 x basting/serving spoon: 30 cms (11.8") in length

2 x sauce ladles: 18.1 cms (7.2") in length

8 x table knives: 24.5 cms (9.6") in length

8 x dessert knives: 22 cms (8.7") in length

This well cared for silver cutlery set would look impressive when displayed on the table and would be a pleasure to use. The silver handled knives with stainless steel blades were made in Sheffield for 1992/3 by United Cutlers Ltd. and compliment this set perfectly. It weighs 74.7 troy ounces (2,323 grams) without the silver handled knives and there are 59 pieces in total.

fig 3. An open fitted wooden canteen displaying a multi-piece sterling silver cutlery set in fiddle pattern on blue velvet lining.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons

Complimentary postage is included within the price of this silver cutlery.

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 Sterling Silver Cutlery Canteen to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236607
Dealers Internal Ref
6756
S & A Marsh
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Archive I An open fitted wooden canteen displaying a multi-piece sterling silver cutlery set in fiddle pattern on blue velvet lining.

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons

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An open fitted wooden canteen displaying a multi-piece sterling silver cutlery set in fiddle pattern on blue velvet lining.
Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Canteen of Fiddle Pattern Cutlery Set for 8 Persons
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery Canteen
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Wood, Velvet
  • ColourSilver, Brown, Blue
  • MotifsFiddle pattern handles, Fitted wooden canteen box, Blue velvet lining

FAQs

A Victorian fiddle pattern silver canteen is a comprehensive dining flatware set featuring handles shaped like a violin, produced during the 19th century in Britain. This design became one of the most widespread and enduring silverware patterns of the Victorian era.

Authentic British canteens were crafted from solid sterling silver or silver plate, housed inside custom-fitted wooden cases made from mahogany, oak, or walnut lined with velvet or felt to prevent oxidisation.

Look for official British hallmarks stamped on each piece, including the lion passant for sterling purity, a monarchs head duty mark, a city assay office mark, and a date letter. The wooden case features fitted compartments tailored specifically to the shapes of Victorian utensils.

The wooden canteen box can be displayed partially open on a dining room sideboard to show the contrasting velvet lining and silver pieces. The silver flatware itself can be used alongside modern table setting pieces for formal dining.

Hand wash pieces in warm water with mild soap and dry immediately with a soft cloth to avoid water spots. Use specialised silver polish with a microfiber cloth for tarnish removal, and store flatware in lined canteen boxes.
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