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Victorian Sterling Silver Fish Set For 12 - Kings Husk Pattern - Sheffield 1897

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Hallmarked in Sheffield in 1897 by George Howson, this Victorian, Antique Sterling Silver Fish Set, is in the King Husk pattern. Each fish knife measures 8.75"(22cm), and each fish fork measures 7.75"(20cm) in length. Each piece is engraved with a crest and motto. The crest is of a greyhound, and the motto translates as 'Resting & Watching'. It is likely that of the Fairnie, or Fernie, family.
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