Pair of Victorian Prince of Wales Feathers Silver Plate Letter Openers C1880

Name: Pair of Victorian Prince of Wales Feathers Silver Plate Letter Openers C1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA915366
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Aramis Antiques

Description

A pair of mid Victorian silver plate letter openers with Prince of Wales feathers finials c1880. Unusual to find a true pair, these silver plate letter openers bear a stamp for silver plated ware and the makers mark for Birmingham maker, John YATES & Sons. This maker was active between 1800 and 1900, hence the date to 1880 though they could have been made a little earlier. The finials are modelled with three plumes above a coronet, leading to plain shafts with pointed ends. One is slightly longer than the other and slightly curved at the tip, possibly due to more frequent use. They have a good weight and are tactile, and the condition is good for their age. Very pleasing and still good for the job!

Physical Dimensions

Height

29cm (11.42")

Width

4.5cm (1.77")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

Aramis Antiques has dated this piece to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA915366

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Description

A pair of mid Victorian silver plate letter openers with Prince of Wales feathers finials c1880.

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Unusual to find a true pair, these silver plate letter openers bear a stamp for silver plated ware and the makers mark for Birmingham maker, John YATES & Sons.

Aramis Antiques

This maker was active between 1800 and 1900, hence the date to 1880 though they could have been made a little earlier. The finials are modelled with three plumes above a coronet, leading to plain shafts with pointed ends. One is slightly longer than the other and slightly curved at the tip, possibly due to more frequent use. They have a good weight and are tactile, and the condition is good for their age. Very pleasing and still good for the job!