Offered for sale is this lovely, very unusual and stunning quality, American, 1800's, large four pronged serving fork. Wonderful classical design with gladiator cameo motif to the handle.
This is one of a small group of American Silver items being listed this week.
The piece is not marked for silver, it does have some marks which are shown in the photos below. Acid tests as silver, but have not scratch tested, may be heavily silver plated, as silver plate design was one of his skills. The marks to the reverse are for W. Kirkham.
There is an engraved monogram to the reverse.
William Kirkham was born in 1831 Newington CT. His career was a silversmith, watchmaker and silverplate designer. Possibly one of his richly ornate silver plate pieces?
The serving fork measures 9 & 1/2 inches approx. Weighs 80gms in weight approx. A stunning quality and heavy piece.
I would love to find out some more information about this piece.
The serving fork is in very good condition, there are some minor areas of wear, some surface scratching and a few areas of spotting, appears from use. Please see photos, Otherwise very good condition. Such a fine quality and elegant piece of antique, high quality cutlery.
OFFERED FOR SALE WITH NO RESERVE!
Please view photos carefully, if any clarification is needed please email. Photos are as acurate as possible, but please note the size is noted in the listing and the items are not the actual size as the photos. Also due to monitor resolutions, there may be variation in colour. Items are always securely packed and posted as soon as possible. I offer combined postage on multiple purchases, dependant on weight and your location in the world!
Items over £30.00 will require insurance, over £38.00 and within the UK will be posted by Special Delivery.
Business details; D & A Beavis, 4 Chapel St, Llanidloes, SY 18 6EN, office address only, please do not send any correspondence there.
Items are only refunded if items are not as described.
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