Lot 631 , A canteen of continental 800 white metal canteen of cutlery, comprising ninety two items, weighable silver 73 oz.
A canteen of continental 800 white metal canteen of cutlery, comprising ninety two items, housed in a fitted oak canteen, weighable silver 73 oz.
Estimate £500-700
There are minor surface scratches in general commensurate with age and some use., more prominent on the spoon bowls. All fork tines and spoon tips show no signs of any wear. A few of the knife handles have sprung from the blades slightly and are in need of attention. Some wear to the gilding in places also. There are 18 tableknives. Box has a few indentatios and minor scratches.
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Sold for £550