1897 British antique sterling silver folding pen knife Hilliard and Thomason with case
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A penknife is a small knife used to sharpen the tip of a quill pen.
It seems that you can also sharpen pencils and use it like a letter opener.
This is a little larger than a pen knife, so it may be a fruit knife.
Pure silver is soft and cannot cut hard objects, but carbon steel blades cut through fruit.
Pure silver blades were used for fruit knives because they are vulnerable to acid.
This is the work of "Hilliard and Thomason" in Birmingham, England in 1897.
The sterling silver handle is beautifully engraved and the blade is also sterling silver.
Due to its size, it can also be used as a letter opener.
Comes with a leather case that looks like an elongated clasp.
We hope this lovely folding knife will brighten up your day!
【condition】
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Beautiful product with no noticeable scratches or stains Function: ★★★★☆ There is slight deterioration, but there is almost no problem
・There are wear and small scratches on the whole, but it is well maintained as an antique item.
・The blade and handle are fully hallmarked by the British Assay Laboratory to guarantee sterling silver.
・The blade can be put in and taken out smoothly.
・The blade of the knife is well sharpened and can still be used firmly.
・The leather case is the perfect size and works well.
* Since it is very old, there are fine scratches and dirt due to aging.
Please check the photos and make sure you understand them before purchasing.
【detail】
・Maker Hilliard and Thomason
・Year of manufacture 1897 (Birmingham x)
・Material Handle: Sterling silver, steel
Blade: sterling silver
・Size: Total length 146mm (83mm when folded)
Blade length 63mm
・Weight 38g
*Since it is an antique item, there is no other exactly the same item.
Please feel free to ask any questions if you have any questions.