Circa 1908 Antique English Mother-of-Pearl Handle Dessert Cutlery, 5 Pairs, Sterling Silver Accents, Allen & Darwin

This is a set of 5 pairs of dessert cutlery, crafted in 1908 by Allen & Darwin of Sheffield, England..

The natural mother-of-pearl handles, with their soft iridescent luster, are elegantly accented by the classic stepped engraving on the sterling silver ferrules. The blades are delicately adorned with flowing floral patterns reminiscent of the Art Nouveau style of the period, while the backs are carefully serrated to aid in cutting fruit or pastries..

Whether for tea time to slice citrus and pastries, or for enjoying fruit and cheese in the evening, this set will wrap your table in refined elegance.

[Condition]
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or stains

Function: ★★★★☆ Mostly functional with only minor signs of age

・The mother-of-pearl handles have small cracks and chips but are well-maintained.
・The silver-plated blades show no peeling of the plating.
・The ferrules feature British sterling silver hallmarks.
・The knife blades bear the maker's mark.
・A cloth cutlery case is included.

　※Please note there may be minor scratches or stains not mentioned here.
　※Please check the photos before purchasing.

[Details]
・Maker: Allen & Darwin
・Year of Manufacture: 1908 (Sheffield date letter 'q')
・Material: Blades: Silver-plated
　　　　Ferrules: Sterling Silver (925/1000)
　　　　Handles: Mother-of-pearl

[Set Contents]
・Knives x 5: Total length 184mm, Weight approx. 32g each (Total 163g)
・Forks x 5: Total length 145mm, Weight approx. 23g each (Total 116g)

※This is the only set currently in stock.
※Please feel free to ask if you have any questions.