The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
Marks clear to illegible on the assorted dessert spoons. Engraving legible.
Some scratching consistent with use and age, abrasion marks on the silver flatware consistent with excessive cleaning.
The silver-gilt dessert service bright gilding with some wear to gilding; some tines slightly bent.
The silver knives with some bruises and pin dents in the handles; the metal blades stamped 'FISHER COCKSPUR..', one stamped 'UNIT', all with small gap between blades and handles: four with larger gap and some rust. Some age marks on the blades
The silver-gilt knives: with 19th century replacement blades stamped 'ROBERT BORDEAUX..'; probably later gilded. One with small gap between handle and blade. Some bruising and pin dents in handles. Age marks on the blades.
The two assorted spoons: early 18th century, marks illegible, later gilding.
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