Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
The ferrule and end cap are both reeded. The fork folds in two stages and sits tight in the handle when folded away. An unusual piece of Georgian silver and great collectors item.
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£12.00 Worldwide.
Condition :- Very good, with no damage to the silver. The mechanism works well. There is one small loss to the mother of pearl handle, commensurate with age and use and is shown in the photos.
Hallmarks :- Partial marks, common with small Georgian items. Sterling lion and George III duty mark.
Date :- circa 1790.
Length :- 15 cms.
Width :- 1 cms.
Depth :- 1 cm.
Andrew Cox Antiques has dated this piece to the 18th Century.
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An Exquisite 18th Century Silver bright cut fruit fork.
