George V Sterling Silver Cutlery Set with Knives
canteen of George V sterling silver cutlery feather edge pattern, comprising, six table forks, six tablespoons, six dessert forks and six dessert spoons, sauce ladle, Sheffield, 1922, by Walker & Hall and twelve bone handled knives together with pair of sterling silver table forks and Old English pattern teaspoon
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- George V - George V (1865 – 1936) was King of the United Kingdom and the British Dominions, and Emperor of India, from 1910 until his death in 1936.
- Old English Pattern - The Old English pattern as is commonly seen on silver flatware is characterized by a simple, clean shape with a slightly upturned tip and a broad handle that tapers gently towards the bowl or blade. The handle may be plain or decorated with a subtle design, such as a line or ridge along the edge or a small decorative motif at the tip. This pattern was first introduced in the 18th century and has remained popular ever since, making it a popular choice for traditional and formal table settings.
- Sterling Silver - Sterling silver is a mixture of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% of another metal, usually copper. Fine silver is 99.9% pure silver, and is relatively soft and the addition of the very small amount of copper gives the metal enough strength and hardness to be worked into jewellery, decorative and household objects.
- Canteen - A small cabinet, table or a box with drawers or lift out trays, for storing a set of cutlery.
- Feather Edge - A feather edge on a silver item refers to a decorative border that is created by using a series of thin, closely spaced lines that resemble the feathers of a bird. The feather edge design, first applied in Britain circa 1765, is often applied to the edges or rims of silver plates, bowls, or other hollow ware to create a decorative border. It's a common design element in antique and vintage silver items and is also used on modern pieces. The feather edge is created by hand, using a specialized tool called a burin, and is often combined with other decorative elements, such as engraving or chasing, to create a unique and ornate design.
This item has been included into following indexes:
- silver cutlery / flatware, patterns
- silver cutlery / flatware, settings - canteens / boxes 646
- Walker & Hall (England) - silver, maker or retailer 323
