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Very Fine Antique Tiffany & Co New York Sterling Silver Butter Knife Pat 1885m
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Very Fine Antique Tiffany & Co New York Sterling Silver Butter Knife Pat 1885m

1920 - 1940
Sold 19 November 2025 · Hough & Son
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Very Fine Antique Tiffany & Co New York Sterling Silver Butter Knife.

Marked: Tiffany & Co., Sterling, PAT 1885M.

Engraved to the front with an interesting (English?) armourial. Further engraved verso: Jan 16 1931.

Approx. length 14.6cms. Approx weight 29grs.

In good antique condition, save a couple of very small blemishes to the very tip of the blade - see photos.

Date of Manufacture

Hough & Son has dated this Tiffany Sterling Silver Butter Knife to the 1930s.

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SA1146930
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SA032
Description
Very Fine Antique Tiffany & Co New York Sterling Silver Butter Knife.

Marked: Tiffany & Co., Sterling, PAT 1885M.

Engraved to the front with an interesting (English?) armourial. Further engraved verso: Jan 16 1931.

Approx. length 14.6cms. Approx weight 29grs.

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In good antique condition, save a couple of very small blemishes to the very tip of the blade - see photos.
Hough & Son
Date of Manufacture

Hough & Son has dated this Tiffany Sterling Silver Butter Knife to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1146930
Dealers Internal Ref
SA032
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An ornate antique Tiffany and Co sterling silver butter knife with decorative scrollwork and a monogram on the handle.
Very Fine Antique Tiffany & Co New York Sterling Silver Butter Knife PAT 1885M
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An ornate antique Tiffany and Co sterling silver butter knife with decorative scrollwork and a monogram on the handle.
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  • ObjectCutlery
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsScrollwork, Floral embossing, Monogramming, Scalloped edges

Victorian sterling silver flatware reflects the craftsmanship and ornate design preferences of the late 19th century, often featuring elaborate hand-chased motifs and high-purity silver standards.

These items are typically crafted from solid sterling silver, containing 925 parts per thousand of pure silver, often constructed with hollow handles and forged blades soldered together.

Authentic pieces generally feature specific makers marks, such as Tiffany & Co., the word Sterling, and often a patent date or design registration mark stamped directly into the metal.

Antique silver can be incorporated into contemporary settings by displaying pieces within glass cabinets, using them for formal table settings, or mixing them with minimalist tableware for contrast.

Preservation involves storing silver in tarnish-resistant cloth, washing it gently with mild soap and warm water when necessary, and avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage the metals patina.
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