NOT SOLD (BIDDING OVER)
0.00CAD+ applicable fees & taxes.
This item WAS NOT SOLD. Auction date was 2004 Jun 10 @ 17:00UTC-5 : EST/CDT
An Edwardian Silver-Plated Fruit Service
English, early 20th century
The six knives and six forks with engraved blades and tines fitted with sterling mounts and mother-of-pearl handles all contained in a peach satin lined walnut case.
Auction Location:
Canada
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