| INDEX | ALL SILVER |
| DESCRIPTION | Good quality set of six William IV pitch loaded solid sterling silver Old English Thread and Shell pattern table knives with a crest engraving and later stainless steel blades. I have seven of these but one handle is in poor condition. I have removed the blade and pitch loading of this one to weigh the silver. It is an impressive one ounce, a very healthy and satisfying weight for a knife handle. All are fit for use but best to keep them out of very hot water and the dishwasher. If stored for extended periods without use, I recommend lightly smearing the blades with olive oil. |
| SILVERSMITH | William Boss (possibly) one or two of the WB marks appears overstruck. William only registered his mark for the year 1832 so I presume he went back to working for another and we know nothing more about him. |
| DATE or HALLMARK | 1832 |
| ASSAY OFFICE | London |
| WEIGHT in GRAMS | total 546 |
| LENGTH | 10 ½", 268mm |
| SILVER STANDARD | .925 sterling silver |
| CONDITION | good, strong set ready for use, no holes, no splits, no thin spots, two blades have been mounted crest down, one blade a slightly out of line, most handles with little terminal bumps, crests partly rubbed |
| Price £298 |
| sold |
| item number: m7525 |
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