Antique 1922 Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Folding Fruit Knife C.W.F Sheffield
Sterling Silver & Mother of Pearl Folding Fruit Knife
£120.00£70.00
An exquisite, authentic British antique sterling silver folding fruit knife featuring an elegant mother-of-pearl handle. This highly collectible pocket knife was beautifully crafted during the early Art Deco period in England's historic cutlery capital, Sheffield.
Historical Significance
Dating back to the Georgian and Victorian eras, these personal folding knives were carried by the wealthy elite to peel and slice fresh, soft fruits on the go. Standard steel cutlery of the era would instantly oxidize and spoil the taste of acidic fruits, making citric-acid-resistant solid silver the ultimate luxury standard.
Official British Hallmarks
The blade features a crisp, complete set of matching British hallmarks stamped vertically near the bolster:
* The Crown: Identifies the Sheffield Assay Office.
* The Lion Passant: Guarantees solid .925 Sterling Silver purity.
* Lowercase "e": Pinpoints the exact manufacturing year of 1922.
* Makers Mark "C.W.F": Registered to the highly regarded Sheffield silversmith Charles William Fletcher (C W Fletcher & Sons Ltd).
Condition Report
* Blade: The solid silver blade opens and closes properly with a smooth action.
* Handle: The original iridescent mother-of-pearl handle scales retain a beautiful luster. All three mounting pins are intact.
* Overall: Gorgeous natural vintage patina. No major repairs. Please review the high-resolution photos provided to evaluate the exact cosmetic condition and measurements against the scale tape.