What is a trefid spoon?

A trefid spoon is an early dining implement characterised by a flat stem and a broad, three-lobed terminal end. These pieces date predominantly to the late seventeenth century and often feature rattail reinforcement on the reverse of the bowl.

How do I date old cutlery?

Dating relies heavily upon the stamped hallmarks that indicate the assay office, date letter, and maker's mark. Stylistic shifts in handle shape, such as the evolution from slip tops to trefid and old english patterns, also help determine the period.

What are grape shears used for?

Grape shears are specialised scissors designed specifically for harvesting individual portions of fruit from a larger bunch at the dining table. Victorian and Edwardian examples often feature decorative cast handles in sterling silver or silver plate.

Are cased sets original?

Many cased canteens and fish sets were assembled or housed in fitted wooden chests during the Victorian and Edwardian eras. Lined interiors of velvet or satin often correspond to the retailer or maker responsible for presenting the complete service.

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English silver cutlery spans centuries of dining refinement, offering collectors everything from early trefid spoons to complete cased canteens.

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Pair of 18th Century Irish Silver Spoons

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Pair of 18th Century Irish Silver Spoons

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