Circa 1881 British antique white mother-of-pearl handle dessert cutlery set of 10 pairs in wooden box

Details

We would like to introduce you to an antique British cutlery set.

This is a dessert cutlery set with white mother-of-pearl handles from around 1881.
This set contains 10 pairs of knives and 10 forks.
The blade and handle are simple in design, but the joints are beautifully detailed.
It holds 12 pairs so there may be some gaps, but it comes in a gorgeous wooden case.

We hope this once-in-a-lifetime encounter will be a special one for you!

condition
Appearance: Excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or stains

Function: Slight deterioration but no major issues

The white pearl handle is in beautiful condition with no cracks or chips.
The blade has some wear and small scratches due to age, but the plating is not peeling off.
– It is neatly packed in a wooden case, and the box is stamped 1881.May.13.
The box key is not included

*This is a very old item, so there are small scratches and stains due to aging.
*Please check the photos and make sure you agree before purchasing.

detail
Manufacturer: Unknown
– Year of manufacture: 1881
Material: Blade and fittings: Silver plate
Handle: White butterfly shell (mother of pearl)

set content
10 knives, total length 195mm, weight approx. 37g each, total 366g
Forks x 10, total length 165mm, weight approx. 29g per fork, total 292g

*This is an antique item and there are no other items exactly like it.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.