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A Fabulous Georgian Silver & Agate Letter Opener
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A Fabulous Georgian Silver & Agate Letter Opener

19th century
Sold 8 October 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

A fabulous silver bladed letter opener from the start of the Georgian Regency period. This superb example has a mottled agate handle, with bevelled edges. The letter opened has a silver ferrule and a hallmarked silver blade. A fine piece, with a practical use and a great gift idea. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or breaks.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- London 1810.

Maker :- Moses Brent.

Length :- 20.5 cms.

Width :- 1.8 cms. (widest point of handle).

Depth :- 1 cm.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Agate Letter Opener to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137947
Dealers Internal Reference
13706
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Description
A fabulous silver bladed letter opener from the start of the Georgian Regency period. This superb example has a mottled agate handle, with bevelled edges. The letter opened has a silver ferrule and a hallmarked silver blade. A fine piece, with a practical use and a great gift idea. Dimensions below.
fig 1. An antique Georgian silver letter opener featuring a polished silver blade and a mottled brown agate stone handle.
fig 1. A Fabulous Georgian Silver & Agate Letter Opener

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£28.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents, splits or breaks.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- London 1810.

Maker :- Moses Brent.

Length :- 20.5 cms.

Width :- 1.8 cms. (widest point of handle).

Depth :- 1 cm.

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Agate Letter Opener to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137947
Dealers Internal Ref
13706
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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Jeff Sims Antiques

Jeff Sims Antiques
Telephone 07711 373 683
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Suffolk,
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An antique Georgian silver letter opener featuring a polished silver blade and a mottled brown agate stone handle.
A fabulous Georgian silver & agate letter opener
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An antique Georgian silver letter opener featuring a polished silver blade and a mottled brown agate stone handle.
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  • ObjectLetter Opener
  • Period19th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSilver, Agate
  • ColourSilver and Brown
  • MotifsHallmarked silver blade, Polished stone handle, Collared mount
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

The Georgian era spans from 1714 to 1830, characterised by classical proportions, refined craftsmanship, and the integration of functional objects with decorative stones like agate and jasper.

Georgian letter openers and paper knives typically featured sterling silver blades or handles paired with organic materials such as ivory, mother-of-pearl, or polished hardstones like Scottish agate.

Authentic pieces are identified by clear silver hallmarks stamped onto the metal, indicating the assay office, makers mark, and standard of silver, alongside period-appropriate hand-cut construction techniques.

An antique letter opener can be displayed flat on an executive desk, placed inside a shallow glass display tray, or propped upright on a bookshelf to add historical texture to contemporary workspaces.

Preserve silver and stone objects by dusting with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical silver dips that can damage natural gemstones, and keeping them away from direct sunlight and excessive humidity.
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