Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Fiddle Pattern Canteen of Cutlery

An Antique Victorian Sterling silver canteen of cutlery which has been designed in the Fiddle pattern style for twelve persons. This original set was hallmarked in London for 1872 by George Adams and remains in excellent condition. It is rare to find a complete set by the same maker in the Victorian period. This set consists of:

12 x table forks : 20.4 cms (8″) in length.

12 x dessert forks : 17.3 cms (6.8″) in length.

12 x table spoons : 22.9 cms (9″) in length.

12 x dessert spoons : 18.1 cms (7.1″) in length.

12 x tea spoons : 14.3 cms (5.6″) in length.

1 x soup ladle : 33.4 cms (13.1″) in length.

1 x basting spoon : 30.2 cms (11.9″) in length.

1 x sugar tongs : 15.1 cms (5.9″) in length.

2 x salt spoons : (10.5 cms (4.1″) in length.

12 x table knives : 24.7 cms (9.7″) in length.

12 x dessert knives : 22.2 cms (8.7″) in length.

This wonderful set would grace any dining table and would be a pleasure to use. It has been well cared for over the years and remains in pristine condition.There are 89 pieces in total and the set weighs 112.3 troy ounces (3,492 grams) without the knives. The silver handled knives with stainless steel blades were made in 2022 and have the hallmarks for the late Queen’s platinum jubilee. They compliment the set perfectly.

Complimentary postage is included within the price.