Antique Fruit Knives Mother of Pearl Handles Sterling Ferrule by GORHAM
Description: An exquisite set of six fruit knives by Gorham. This set showcases Mother-of-Pearl handles and Sterling Silver Ferrules with simple, embossed geometric lines at the base of the ferrules. Each knife bears the incised Gorham name on the blade and sterling on the ferrule.
Circa: Probably Later 1800s - Early 1900s
Product Dimensions: 6" L (overall), 2 1/8” L (MOP handle), 3" L (blade), ¾” L (ferrule/collar)
Product Weight: 4.4 ounces (set of 6)
Material: Mother-of-Pearl, Sterling, Other Metal
Maker: Gorham
Markings/Maker Mark: GORHAM (incised on blade), STERLING (incised on ferrule (opposite side)
Color: Silver, White
Condition: Previously owned - used. Condition is consistent with age and use. Very good condition. Collars are tight. No chips in handles. It appears the blade and collar have been previously polished. On one mother of pearl handle there is an orange discoloration directly under collar which extends ¼” down on handle (as shown). Some scratches on blades from use.
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