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Antique George IV (1827) Sterling Silver Gilt Grape Shears (1 of 15)
AC Silver
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Andrew Campbell, founder and owner of AC Silver, has been dealing in antique silver and antique jewellery since 1977. In addition to a premier retail premises in Newcastle, north-east England, Andrew has developed an internationally recognised online store, serving both new and return customers nationally and worldwide. Andrew personally sources a wide range of items, including antique jewellery, antique diamond rings and antique gemstone rings. Andrew has also developed a fine and comprehensive inventory of antique silverware, AC Silver is a respected and trusted specialist in its field.
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Antique George IV (1827) Sterling Silver Gilt Grape Shears

REF: C8380 / LA479116
£1,795
€2,097
$2,258
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Description
Exceptional, fine and impressive pair of antique George IV English sterling silver gilt grape shears - boxed; an addition to our silver flatware collection. This exceptional pair of antique cast sterling silver gilt grape shears has a hinged scissor action. The handles of these antique silver grape scissors are embellished with intertwining fruiting vine ornamentation, accented with grape clusters and foliage. The fingerpieces are ornamented with details reproducing the features of the natural vine. The circular hinged portion is surmounted with a lobed rosette design. The grape shears are fitted with plain and unembellished blades, with a rounded outer edge. These exceptional examples of 19th century silverware retain the original gilding. These impressive sterling silver grape shears are fitted to the original hinged leatherette presentation box, with a velvet and satin lined interior, securing with a push fit catch. The interior of the box bears the retailer's mark 'Reid & Sons, Diamond Merchants, by Appointment to the Late Queen Victorian, Newcastle upon Tyne'. These exceptional antique George IV grape shears are the finest of their type you could hope to acquire. The initials within the maker's marks, in addition to the standardisation of the surround could pertain to a multitude of antique silversmiths; these silversmiths include William Eaton, Esterbrook and Eley II. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these exceptional antique grape scissors. Maker: Unknown Date: 1827 Origin: London, England Item Ref. Sku: C8380
measurements
Height:
1.3 cm
Length:
20 cm
Width across fingerpieces 5.3cm Weight:- 4.6 troy ounces/142.9g
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the Antique George IV (1827) Sterling Silver Gilt Grape Shears (LA479116) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1827
condition
These antique boxed grape scissors are a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The cast decoration is all very sharp and the gilding is in excellent condition; this indicates the pieces have seen little to no use. Full hallmarks struck across the interior of the blades are very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.
location
This Antique George IV (1827) Sterling Silver Gilt Grape Shears is located in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom