Sterling Silver Corkscrew - Antique Victorian

This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver corkscrew has a cylindrical shaped form.

The hallmarked sterling silver handle of this antique corkscrew has a concave swirl design with bulbous convex fluted terminals.

The centre of the handpiece is fitted with a ball style finial incorporating a ring loop attachment.

The corkscrew is fitted with an iron grooved wire helix or 'worm'; this clockwise helix is intended for right-handed use and the groove adds strength.

Large silver handled examples of antique corkscrews are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

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This antique corkscrew is an exceptional gauge of silver and exceptional quality for its type.

This sterling silver handled corkscrew is in excellent condition; there are some surface blemishes in keeping with age.

Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the handle are all very clear in keeping with age and location.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique barware.

Length 14cm/5.5"

Width of handle 8.7cm/3.4"

Depth 2cm/0.8"