71-pce Rattail Set Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery, Sheffield 1972
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71 piece Canteen – Hanoverian Rattail Pattern (8 place settings) - Hallmark: Sheffield 1972 by John Biggin – Weight: 2460 grams (79.1 tr.oz.) - Ref. No.: CH/1946
Boxed 71-piece SILVER HANOVERIAN RATTAIL SILVER CANTEEN CUTLERY,
Sheffield 1972 by John Biggin Ltd
The Service
We are pleased to be offering a great opportunity to own a lovely quality boxed silver canteen of cutlery in the very popular Hanoverian Rattail.
This is a straight (same date & maker) service that provides for eight pieces per 8 place settings with additional serving spoons and a three piece carving set. All pieces benefit from being in a newly polished condition with no personalised engravings.
Every piece was made in Sheffield 1972 by John Biggin Ltd. with the knives having top quality stainless steel blades.
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 its 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 and forks have the trademark rattail extension to the handle on the reverse side of the bowl.
Components
This 71-piece service consists of the following:
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8 Soup Spoons 16.3cm |
8 Dessert Spoons 17.3cm |
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8 Table Knives 24.4cm |
8 Teaspoons 13.1cm |
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8 Table Forks 20.7cm |
8 Teaspoons 11.2cm |
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8 Dessert/Side Knives 21.7cm |
4 Table/serving Spoons 21.3cm |
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8 Dessert Forks 17.5cm |
3 piece Carving Set |
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Total weight of weighable silver 2460 grams (79.1 troy ounces) + 16 silver handled knives & 3 piece carving set
Condition
Excellent polished condition throughout with full length fork tines and unworn spoon bowls.
Presentation
This canteen is presented within its original wooden box with the knives slotted in to the cover. There are some small scratches/wear to edges on the top of the box, but otherwise it is in fine condition.
All of our canteens are offered with a full money-back guarantee. We are also happy to send a sample place setting for approval, on receipt of a fully refundable surety payment - just phone or email your preferences. Alternatively, in-person viewings are welcome by appointment.
