42-piece HANOVERIAN RATTAIL SILVER CANTEEN, London 1913

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We are offering for sale a lovely quality 42-piece silver Hanoverian Rattail canteen complete with highly sought after 3-pronged forks . It comprises seven pieces per six place settings. Each piece is in superb original condition with no engravings. Hanoverian Rattail Pattern Hanoverian Rattail was first in fashion between 1710 and 1730 and has been reproduced since the 1880’s. It was the first flatware pattern in the UK to be used for complete canteens. Due to it’s elegant lines and proportions it has continued to enjoy great popularity and is probably the most sought after traditional pattern. The front of each piece has a distinctive central ridge, whilst the spoons have the trademark rattail extension to the handle on the reverse side of the bowl. The Service This same date and maker flatware service has a lovely feeling of quality and includes 3-pronged forks. This form of fork were used in the early to mid-18th century as part of Hanoverian Rattail canteens. The forks in this service are faithful to the originals. The spoons and forks all bear a full set of English hallmarks (guaranteeing Sterling 925 standard silver). The majority are for London 1913, made by William Hutton & Sons with a few with slightly earlier dates but by the same maker. The twelve modern Hanoverian Pattern knives bear the distinctive central ridge down each handle and have stainless steel blades. They are hallmarked Sheffield 1959 by Alexander Clarke & Company and make lovely accompaniments to the spoons and forks. Components and Measurements This 42-piece service consists of the following: 6 off table/soup spoons; 6 off table/dinner knives;6 off table/dinner forks;6 off dessert or starter knives; 6 off dessert or starter forks; 6 off dessert spoons; 6 off teaspoons; Total weight of weighable silver 1610 grams (51.8 troy ounces) This figure excludes the twelve knives which must weigh another ounce per knife. Condition Excellent. All the fork tines are full length and spoon bowls retain their thick tips. There are neither engravings nor erasures. The canteen is a straight set with all the spoons and forks being made by the same maker. The pieces within this canteen were all hand-wrought by one of the premier London based specialist spoon and fork makers of the period and have a really solid feel about them. They are all top quality pieces . Please do not hesitate to contact me with any further questions. Good luck, Gary. We offer a full money back guarantee, if you are not happy with the item, within seven days of receipt. UK POSTAGE: Free insured next day courier delivery by UPS or DHL. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Free insured express courier delivery by UPS or DHL. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you would like to learn more about antique silver then please visit our "about m e" page for links to our specialist site with lots of facts, information & advice. As specialists in the field of silver spoons, collectables and canteens we have plenty of items for sale. We are always pleased to hear from collectors (we run a “wants list”) and are happy to give advice when required. You can be assured of a professional and friendly service and will never be disappointed with purchases! ABOUT US: To learn more about us and for a buyers guide to silver on eBay, including a list of antique silver fakes, forgeries and mis-representations currently in circulation (some of which can be found on eBay), please see our "about me" page by read more

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