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Antique Art Deco Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Twelve Persons

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George V English sterling silver Art Deco flatware service for twelve persons; an addition to our antique flatware sets. The pieces of this exceptional antique George V straight* sterling silver cutlery set for twelve persons have been crafted in a desirable Art Deco design. The surface of each tapering handle is embellished with a thread decorated border accented with zig-zag and Greek key designs, all in the geometric Art Deco style. The original table and dessert knives bear the original composite handles. This Art Deco style silver cutlery service consists of 88 pieces: Basic Service: 12 table knives 12 table forks 12 soup spoons 12 dessert knives 12 dessert forks 12 dessert spoons 12 teaspoons Additional Pieces: 4 serving spoons The components of this canteen, including the original knives, were crafted by the renowned silversmiths Elkington & Co Ltd in 1934. The original knives bear the maker's mark 'Elkington & Co, Stainless, Cutlers & Silversmiths' to the stainless steel blades. This Art Deco style cutlery is supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduce tarnishing. * "Straight" means all the pieces are made by the same maker in the same year. Condition: This antique Art Deco style silver cutlery service is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Each component has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each piece are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of antique silverware. Dimensions: Table knife: 24 cm / 9.4" Table fork: 20.3 cm / 8" Soup spoon: 18.5 cm / 7.3" Dessert knife: 20.8 cm / 8.2" Dessert fork: 17.9 cm / 7" Dessert spoon: 18.8 cm / 7.4" Teaspoon: 16.6 cm / 6.5" Serving spoon: 21.6 cm / 8.5" Weight: 100.9 troy ounces / 3137g (excluding table knives and dessert knives) Maker: Elkington & Co Ltd Date: 1934 Origin: Birmingham, England.
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