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Mid-century Silver Skewer Letter Opener by Francis Howard Ltd, Sheffield 1964
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Mid-century Silver Skewer Letter Opener by Francis Howard Ltd, Sheffield 1964

1940 - 1960
Sold 30 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This smart Novelty solid silver letter opener is dated Sheffield 1964 . In the form of a Georgian skewer, it is simple and elegant, has beautifully struck hallmarks and a very good silver gauge, it feels satisfyingly heavy when picked up. The tapered silver blade with flat ring handle. It is a good example and combines elegance with practicality.

Hallmarks:

FH for Francis Howard Ltd

Sheffield Assay Mark.

Date letter "W" for 1964.

Lion Passant.

Dimensions:

Length: 21.5cm / 8.4 inches.

Weight: 52g / 1.3 oz.

Condition:

Silver in very good condition.

Minor surface scratches, commensurate with age.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
0.5cm (0.20")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Skewer Letter Opener to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
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SA980495
Dealers Internal Reference
APR64
Description
This smart Novelty solid silver letter opener is dated Sheffield 1964 .
“
In the form of a Georgian skewer, it is simple and elegant, has beautifully struck hallmarks and a very good silver gauge, it feels satisfyingly heavy when picked up.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The tapered silver blade with flat ring handle. It is a good example and combines elegance with practicality.

fig 1. A narrow sterling silver skewer letter opener with a ring handle and visible assay hallmarks.
fig 1. Mid-century Silver Skewer Letter Opener by Francis Howard Ltd, Sheffield 1964

Hallmarks:

FH for Francis Howard Ltd

Sheffield Assay Mark.

Date letter "W" for 1964.

Lion Passant.

Dimensions:

Length: 21.5cm / 8.4 inches.

Weight: 52g / 1.3 oz.

Condition:

Silver in very good condition.

Minor surface scratches, commensurate with age.

fig 2. A narrow sterling silver skewer letter opener with a ring handle and visible assay hallmarks.
fig 2. Mid-century Silver Skewer Letter Opener by Francis Howard Ltd, Sheffield 1964

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail tracked 24

Postage overseas: £18 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
0.5cm (0.20")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Skewer Letter Opener to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA980495
Dealers Internal Ref
APR64
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 137
Items Sold 2,220
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A narrow sterling silver skewer letter opener with a ring handle and visible assay hallmarks.
MID-CENTURY SILVER SKEWER LETTER OPENER BY FRANCIS HOWARD LTD, SHEFFIELD 1964
Ref: SA980495
A narrow sterling silver skewer letter opener with a ring handle and visible assay hallmarks.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century Modern
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRing handle, Tapered blade, Assay hallmarks
  • SizeH 0.5 cm (0 in) x W 21.5 cm (8 in)

FAQs

Letter openers evolved from paper knives used during the 19th century when correspondence required slicing sealed envelopes, often crafted by silversmiths to match desk sets.

These items are typically constructed from solid sterling silver, often featuring hallmarks stamped near the handle denoting the maker, assay office, and year of production.

Authenticity is verified by checking for official assay office hallmarks, maker marks, and assessing the natural weight, patina, and wear consistent with age.

This piece can be placed atop a stack of books on a home office desk or styled on a surface tray as a functional decorative accent.

Preserve the metal by using a specialised silver polishing cloth periodically to remove tarnish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that strip the natural patina.
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