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Item details

Height

1.27 cm

Diameter

32.26 cm

Wear conditions Wear conditions

Good

Wear conditions

Excellent

Shows little to no signs of wear and tear.

Good

May show slight traces of use in keeping with age. Most vintage and antique items fit into this condition.

Average

Likely to show signs of some light scratching and ageing but still remains in a fair condition.

Apparent Wear and Tear

Visible signs of previous use including scratches, chips or stains.

Please refer to condition report, images or make a seller enquiry for additional information.

Description

A magnificent, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver straight Albert pattern flatware service for twelve persons made by William Eaton; an addition to our canteen of cutlery collection

The pieces of this exceptional, antique Victorian sterling silver straight* flatware service for 12 persons have been crafted in the Albert pattern.

The anterior and posterior surfaces of each rococo inspired, King's shape handle are embellished with scrolling leaf ornamentation.

The decoration to the anterior of each handle terminal incorporates a contemporary bright cut engraved crest depicting out of a mural crown a spear in pale and two palm branches in saltire**.

The heel and shoulders of each piece are embellished with further scrolling decoration.

This silver flatware service for 12 persons consists of 65 pieces:
Basic Service:
12 Table forks
12 Table spoons
12 Dessert forks
12 Dessert spoons
12 Teaspoons

Additional Pieces:
Pair of sauce ladles
Pair of salt spoons
Serving spoon

The fundamental pieces of this service have been crafted by the collectable, renowned silversmith and flatware specialist William Eaton in 1844.

This flatware service can be purchased with knives if so desired, due to the rarity of the pattern identical knives may not be available but an alternative King's shape pattern or plain knives could be arranged; for further information please contact Andrew Campbell directly.

These impressive examples of antique silverware are supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduces tarnishing.

* "Straight" means all the pieces are made by the same maker in the same year.
** This crest pertains to the Heathcote/Hethcote family.

Condition
This antique silver flatware service for 12 persons is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each piece are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver, as to be expected of this maker.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Victorian silverware.

Dimensions
Table fork 21.2cm/8.3"
Table spoon 22.5cm/8.9"
Dessert fork 17.7cm/7"
Dessert spoon 17.7cm/7"
Teaspoon 14.1cm/5.6"
Sauce ladle 18.2cm/7.2"
Salt spoon 11.2cm/4.4"
Serving spoon 32.3cm/12.7"

Weight
159 troy ounces/4945g

Date: 1844
Origin: London, England
Maker: William Eaton.

Price for set

Condition report:

Excellent Please see main description.

Additional dimensions information:

Height: 0.5 in Diameter: 12.7 in

Material
Manufactured
1800s
Origin
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Item location
Tyne and Wear , United Kingdom
Period
19th Century
Condition
Used

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Worldwide Postage / Shipping

FREE OF CHARGE to all customers - including national and international deliveries.
Purchases will be sent via, Royal Mail Special Delivery, FedEx, Parcel Force Global Priority or DHL.
Other delivery providers may be used in extenuating circumstances.

Dispatch Time
All items are condition checked prior to packaging.
Dispatch is normally on the next working day.

Delivery Time
UK: Approx. 2-3 working days.
Worldwide: Approx. 5-7 working days.

Insurance In Transit
Insurance cover is provided FREE OF CHARGE for items up to the value of £30,000.
All eligible items are fully insured and the responsibility of AC Silver until proof of delivery by courier.

Returns and Cancellation Policy for Online and Telephone Purchases

Right to cancel
After receiving the item you can cancel the purchase within 14 days.
Jewellery and silverware that has been altered CANNOT be returned, only an exchange or credit note can be offered for altered items.

Return cost
You will have to bear the direct cost of returning the goods.

Returns Policy for Altered Goods
If an item has been sized or altered prior to dispatch, an exchange or credit note will be offered.
If an item of silver has been personalised with engraving, no refund can be offered.

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Located in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
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AC Silver has been trading in antique silver for over 40 years, with the wealth of Andrew Campbells knowledge and experience, AC Silver and his dedicated team of staff, prides itself on selling high quality antique, vintage and modern silver. AC Silver is an accredited member of both LAPADA and CINOA (Confederation Internationale Des Negociants En Oeuvres D'Art ) association. We strive to select the finest quality items with particular interest in antique and vintage articles from all over the world.

Cancellations and Returns

Last updated: 17th October 2024

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