A truly gorgeous Victorian burr walnut box containing a beautiful set of 18 silver plated dessert knives and forks. The burr walnut box has a lustrous patina and colour, with an inset shield with initials JM. It has a key. The lid contains a padded navy blue cushion with a paper label for the Glasgow retaikers. The silver plated knives and forks are set in 3 trays of 6 pairs. They are pristine and have ornately decorated handles and shafts. Each one bears the makers initials EM.
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To find 18 place settings is very unusual, especially in such good condition, and it is an impressive set.
Aramis Antiques