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English Sterling Silver Apostle Forks Set of 24 "1890
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Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company of London - Sterling Silver "Apostle" Forks Matching Cased Set of 24 - "1890" Absolutlely Stunning - Excellent Condition - HallmarkedThis is a rare find indeed. We have up for auction an absolutlely stunning, rare cased set of 24 matching sterling silver "Apostle" forks, hallmarked at the London Assay office in 1890 by the highly renouned prize medals manufacturing firm of Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company, which used to be located at 112 Regent Street, London, England. It has been a number of years since a set like this came up for auction on eBay. This is a no reserve auction starting at $9.99 and once it's over they're gone! These beautiful sterling silver "Apostle" forks come in it's original blue lined case which is just magnificent. These oyster/seafood forks would be perfect for entertaining guests during the upcoming holidays. They would also make a great gift for that someone special on your list. All 24 forks are hallmarked as seen in the photo below. The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company had a wonderful reputation for producing high quality wares and extraordinary designs. They were founded in 1880 by William Gibson & John Langman and operated in London. Their marks are registered in the London & Sheffield Assay offices. In 1889 they acquired Mappin Brothers quickly followed in 1893 by the Goldsmith Alliance (A.B. Savory & Sons). Their interest in Mappin Brothers was later sold to Mappin & Webb in 1903. The Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Company took over Garrard & Co. in 1952, and was later taken over itself in 1959 by Mappin & Webb. All "Apostle" silver items are considered highly collectible. Most collectors are more familiar with "Apostle Spoons" because they are much more common, but the "Apostle" motif was not just popular as flatware, it was also used to adorn elaborate hollow ware such as the finials on a coffee/tea services for example. The earliest recorded "Apostle Spoons" date back from around 1460, it is difficult to determine an exact date because this predates the beginning of the hallmarking system used in England since 1478. They were quite popular for about 200 years until they temporarily fell out of favor during the period of Protestant prejudice against images. The revival of interest in "Apostle" silver started about the middle of the nineteenth century in England and thousands of "Apostle" spoons were made and commonly given as baptismal gifts. They received their name because each spoon is surmounted by a small figure of one of the "Apostles" bearing the symbol associated with him. A complete set consists of thirteen spoons, twelve "Apostles" and a "Master" spoon bearing the figure of Christ. A full set of thirteen was commonly given by wealthy sponsors, while those of lesser means usually gave four, representing the Evangelists, and those less financially able usually gave a single spoon, representing the "Apostle" after whom the child was to be named, or possibly the patron saint of the sponsor. Apostle spoons have been treasured and handed down from generation to generation. Sets of 24 such as this were reserved only for the select few who could afford such luxuries, and it was not uncommon for them to purchase entire matching services of "Apostle" silver. So you can only imagine these sets of 24 are very rare indeed. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this incredible matching set of 24 sterling silver "Apostle Forks" well below its actual value. (Please check out our eBay store for additional great gift ideas!) This listing includes the following item: Matching Cased Set of 24 Sterling Silver "Apostle Forks" - Fork Length: 3 15/16" Combined Weight: 9 oz Case Dimensions: 14 3/8" x 6 3/8"Condition: This set is in excellent condition. It appears as though these forks were rarely ever used if at all. None of the forks in this set are monogramed nor is t any evidence of a previous removal or repair. The hooks at the end of the forks are intact. The l...
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