Silver Fork with Citrine, Ballater by William Robb

This silver pickle or olive fork was made by the famous William Robb of Ballater.

With Ballater's close proximity to the royal residence at Balmoral House, the thistle-shaped citrine to the terminal of this fork is typical of the Scottish themed silver sold by Robb from his shop in the early 20th century. The fork is clearly marked with Edinburgh hallmarks, the "BLTR" mark for Ballater and Robb's "W.R" maker's mark. A fine fork and attractive piece of Scottish provincial silver.