Lot 320
A George IV silver and mother-of-pearl folding knife, with engraved floral motifs, vacant...
Lot 320
Lot Description
A George IV silver and mother-of-pearl folding knife, with engraved floral motifs, vacant cartouche and engraved name to the blade, hallmarked Joseph Law, John Oxley & Henry Atkin, Sheffield 1825, length when open 6 2/8 inches (16 cm), plus a smaller plainer example by the same maker, also dated 1825. Together with nine Georgian mother-of-pearl handled folding knives, two with engraved initials, marked with the lion passant and Duty mark only, a William IV silver and mother-of-pearl folding knife, an early Victorian silver and mother-of-pearl folding knife with name engraved cartouche and a similarly matched cased Georgian folding knife and fork, knife with engraved cartouche. (15).
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
In varied state, the lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Some of the blades are slightly creased in places or appear a bit thin with some areas of discolouration. Majority appear in good working order in terms of the folding function. The faux leather case has minor scuffs and wear around the edges, the interior compartment is more worn. The George IV knife is engraved 'R. Harris' to the blade. The Victorian knife has a William IV monarch head but in keeping with the 1839 date. The engraved inscriptions to the cartouche or blades include various names and initials. Knives with full hallmarks appear generally clear and legible, partially marked knives are slightly rubbed and worn. This lot may have export issues, for customers outside of the EU, please note that it is the buyers responsibility to adhere to any import/export requirements.
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