Lot 379 , A Victorian and later matched silver gilt part canteen of dessert cutlery by Francis Higgins II & III

A Victorian and later matched silver gilt part canteen of dessert cutlery by Francis Higgins II & III, with fruiting vine handles and decoration and engraved crest or monogram, comprising twelve spoons, London, 1875, (one 1877) and seven pairs of knives(loaded handles) and forks, London, 1905, 43.5oz.
£800-1,200

Condition:
Knives- General signs of mild wear including minor nicks and scratches and some wear to the gilding. One knife has a plaster? ring as a collar, between the handle and blade. Hallmarks clear. Forks- Signs of some use including minor nicks and scratches and some wear to the gilding. Hallmarks clear. Spoons - All spoon tips still quite prominent except one or two. Minor nicks and scratches in places, mainly to the bowl fronts and backs. Some minor wear to the gilding in places, otherwise in good order. Hallmarks clear. Knife size 21cm, fork 18.3cm, spoon 18cm. Weight stated does not include the knives.

Sold for £1,400