Sterling Silver Salad Serving Fork - Antique George III (1809)

This exceptional antique George III sterling silver salad server fork has been crafted in the Old English pattern.

The serving fork has six tines with a plain rounded drop.

The anterior surface of the handle is embellished with the contemporary bright cut engraved initials crest of a bear muzzled.

The reverse surface of this sterling silver serving fork incorporates a pip to the terminal, in addition to a rounded heel to the bowl/drop.

This exceptional example of Georgian silverware was crafted by the renowned London silversmiths William Eley, William Fearn & William Chawner.

Maker: William Eley, William Fearn & William Chawner

Date: 1809

This antique sterling silver serving fork is an exceptional gauge of silver and exceptional quality for its type.

The fork is in excellent presentation condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the fork are very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these examples of antique flatware

Length 28.4cm/11.2"

Length of handle 18cm/7.1"

Width 5.4cm/2.1"

3.5 troy ounces/109g