Sterling Silver Corkscrew - Antique Edwardian (1901)

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An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver corkscrew; an addition to our wine and drinks related silverware collection

SKU: A9657

Price: £1,795.00

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Sterling Silver Corkscrew - Antique Edwardian (1901)

Description

This exceptional antique Edwardian cast sterling silver corkscrew has been realistically modelled in the form of a trout/fish.

The hallmarked sterling silver handle of this antique corkscrew is embellished with fine details reproducing the fish's scales and anatomical features.

One end of the handpiece retains the original bead eyes.

The corkscrew is fitted with a steel wire helix or 'worm'; this clockwise helix is intended for right-handed use.

The underside of the fish's head bears the retailer's mark 'Clark, 53, Conduit St. Bond St. W.'.

This exceptional antique silver corkscrew is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

View the full range of wine and drinks related silverware at AC Silver

Maker: Alfred Clark

Date: 1901

Origin: London, England

Condition

This antique corkscrew is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition

The cast decoration is very sharp.

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Edwardian silverware.

Dimensions

Length 11.1cm/4.4"

Width 1.4cm/0.6"

Height 12.3cm/4.8"

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