Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
The blade is 'spade' shaped and to the reverse has the engraved initial 'F'. It is a good collector's item and is still as usable today, as it was over 200 years ago. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £8.00 UK
£16.00 Worldwide
Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or losses to the silver and no chips or breaks to the handle.
Date :- Birmingham 1816.
Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.
Maker :- John Lawrence & Co.
Length :- 17.5 cms.
Width :- 3 cms.
Blade depth :- 3.5 cms.
Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this piece to the Georgian era.
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