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Rare Georgian Silver and Mother of Pearl Cased Fruit Fork & Fruit Knife, Circa 1795
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Rare Georgian Silver and Mother of Pearl Cased Fruit Fork & Fruit Knife, Circa 1795

18th century
Sold 29 October 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare Georgian Silver and Mother of Pearl Cased Fruit Fork & Fruit Knife, Circa 1795” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This is a delightful and rare Georgian silver folding silver fruit fork & fruit knife fitted in a Georgian red leather case. Both knife and fork with engraved mother of pearl handles inset with tiny silver buttons and boasting reeded silver ferrules. Each engraved blade partially hallmarked; ie no maker's mark or date letter, which was very often the case with fruit knives and forks. They are not a pair as such but fit beautiful in their tactile red leather sheath. A rare occurrence. All in very good condition.

Hallmarks:

Duty Mark (George III)

Lion Passant.

Dimensions:

Fork: 14 cm / 5.4 inches open.

7.5cm / 3 inches closed.

Knife: 13cm / 5.1 inches open.

Condition:

Very good condition.

No damage to the mother of pearl.

Dual folding spring mechanism in very good working order on the fork and good order of the knife..

Good clear hallmarks.

Red leather case in very good order.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Georgian Mother of Pearl Fruit Knife and Fork to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1128758
Dealers Internal Reference
MARS90
Description
This is a delightful and rare Georgian silver folding silver fruit fork & fruit knife fitted in a Georgian red leather case.
“
Both knife and fork with engraved mother of pearl handles inset with tiny silver buttons and boasting reeded silver ferrules.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

Each engraved blade partially hallmarked; ie no maker's mark or date letter, which was very often the case with fruit knives and forks. They are not a pair as such but fit beautiful in their tactile red leather sheath. A rare occurrence. All in very good condition.

fig 1. An overhead view of a Georgian silver and mother of pearl fruit knife and fork next to their red leather cases.
fig 1. Rare Georgian Silver and Mother of Pearl Cased Fruit Fork & Fruit Knife, Circa 1795

Hallmarks:

Duty Mark (George III)

Lion Passant.

Dimensions:

Fork: 14 cm / 5.4 inches open.

7.5cm / 3 inches closed.

Knife: 13cm / 5.1 inches open.

Condition:

Very good condition.

No damage to the mother of pearl.

fig 2. An overhead view of a Georgian silver and mother of pearl fruit knife and fork next to their red leather cases.
fig 2. Rare Georgian Silver and Mother of Pearl Cased Fruit Fork & Fruit Knife, Circa 1795

Dual folding spring mechanism in very good working order on the fork and good order of the knife..

Good clear hallmarks.

Red leather case in very good order.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

fig 3. An overhead view of a Georgian silver and mother of pearl fruit knife and fork next to their red leather cases.
fig 3. Rare Georgian Silver and Mother of Pearl Cased Fruit Fork & Fruit Knife, Circa 1795

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
14cm (5.51")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Georgian Mother of Pearl Fruit Knife and Fork to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1128758
Dealers Internal Ref
MARS90
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 143
Items Sold 2,223
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An overhead view of a Georgian silver and mother of pearl fruit knife and fork next to their red leather cases.
RARE GEORGIAN SILVER AND MOTHER OF PEARL CASED FRUIT FORK & FRUIT KNIFE, CIRCA 1795
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery Sets
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSilver, Mother of Pearl, Leather
  • ColourSilver and White
  • MotifsEngraved silver blades, Carved floral mother of pearl handles, Ribbed ferrules
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

During the Georgian era, specialized fruit knives and forks were crafted for dessert courses, often featuring precious metals and organic handles to prevent the acid in citrus fruit from tarnishing standard steel cutlery.

These sets typically incorporated sterling silver blades and tines paired with handles carved from mother of pearl, ivory, or bone, often housed in protective leather-covered cases lined with velvet or silk.

Authentic pieces feature period hallmarks on the silver components, hand-engraved detailing, natural variations in the mother of pearl, and period-correct leather cases with fitted interiors.

These items are typically displayed within glass-topped table cases, shadow boxes, or specialized cabinet trays to showcase their craftsmanship while protecting them from environmental damage.

Silver components require periodic gentle cleaning with specialized non-abrasive polish, while mother of pearl must be kept away from harsh chemicals, extreme temperature fluctuations, and excessive moisture.
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