Lot 127: Lot of Vintage Silver Plate Flatware and Royal Selangor Pewter Sundries

Description

A varied collection of vintage homewares featuring silver plate flatware and Royal Selangor pewter items, presented together in a single lot. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century * Material: Electro-Plated Nickel Silver (EPNS) flatware, Pewter. Knife handles appear to be bone or celluloid. * Style: Traditional / Vintage * Brands: Sir John Bennett, Grosvenor Plate (flatware), Royal Selangor (pewter) * Contents: Includes various knives, forks, spoons, candlesticks, napkin rings, small vessels, and a tray. Condition: All metal items display significant tarnish and oxidation, with some pewter pieces showing verdigris. General surface wear and scratching are present, consistent with age and use. The knife handles have some discoloration and minor surface wear. Interesting fact: * Royal Selangor is a Malaysian company founded in 1885, renowned globally for its high-quality pewterware. * Electro-plated nickel silver (EPNS) allowed for widespread production of more affordable silver-look cutlery during the late 19th and 20th centuries. Use: Ideal for collectors seeking a diverse group of vintage metal homewares for restoration or decorative purposes.

Condition Report

Heavy tarnish and oxidation on all metal items; some pewter pieces show verdigris; general surface wear and scratches consistent with age and use; discoloration and minor wear on knife handles.

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