Cutlery set (12) - Silverplated, Bakelite

Beautiful antique knife and fork box set, comprising 6 knives and 6 forks, presented in its original wooden case with a burgundy velvet interior.

The metal parts are silver-plated by electrolysis (EP – Electro Plated), as indicated by the hallmarks visible on the cutlery.

The ivory-colored handles are made of Bakelite (or old phenolic resin), a material widely used in the early 20th century as a replacement for ivory.

The decorated hoops and the overall style are typical of English production from the early 20th century (around 1910–1930).

Features
Origin: England (United Kingdom)
Era: early 20th century
Material:
Silvered metal (EP – Electro Plated)
Handles in Bakelite / old resin

Content
6 knives, each about 21.5 cm long.
6 forks, about 18 cm long.

Gift box:
In Wood
Interior in burgundy velvet.
Functional shutdown without the key
Length: +/- 25.5 cm
Width: ±20 cm
Height: ±6 cm

State:
Good overall condition considering its age.
Normal wear of the veneer, especially visible on the blades (see photos)

Handles in good condition, with no obvious cracks, some brownish stains.

Well-preserved box with normal signs of aging; no key to close the box.

This is silver-plated metal (EP), not solid silver.

Ideal item for collection, decoration, or vintage tabletop use.