Charles Atkinson - Table knife set (18) - Steel

Rare Lot of 3 Atkinson Bros (Sheffield) Knife Sets - 18 Pieces Total - Unused (NOS) - Original Boxes Exclusive collectible lot consisting of 3 complete coordinated knife service sets (for a total of 18 pieces), produced by the historic and renowned English manufacturer Atkinson Brothers at the Milton Works in Sheffield, dating from the Art Deco period (1920s/30s). Detailed specifications of the 3 included Sets:
1. Set 1 – Fruit/Dessert Knives (6 Pieces):
• Overall length: 20 cm.
• Materials: Mirror-polished stainless steel blades; smooth early cellulose acetate handles (Ivorine) in cream yellow color.
• Die stamp: Original oval "Atkinson Bros - Sheffield" with the bear logo and the motto "In Mind".
• Packaging: Original rigid box included.
2. Set 2 – Light Dining/Antipasto Knives (6 Pieces):
• Overall length: 21 cm (blade length 12 cm).
• Materials: Stainless steel blades; distinctive amber/orange veined celluloid handles that imitate natural striped horn.
• Die stamp: Original oval "Atkinson Bros - Sheffield" with the bear logo and the motto "In Mind".
• Packaging: Original rigid box included.
3. Set 3 – Fish Knives (6 Pieces):
• Overall length: 20 cm.
• Materials: Scimitar-shaped blades in Stainless Plate (antique stainless plating to avoid altering the fish flavor); smooth ivory-colored celluloid handles.
• Die stamp: Engraving "Stainless Plate - Sheffield, England".
• Packaging: Original rigid box included.
Condition:
Exceptional and museum-quality. The celluloid on all handles is perfectly glossy, compact, and stable, free of cracks, warping, or chemical degradation signs. The blades are bright and rust-free. The pressed cardboard boxes are intact, complete with the splendid period illustrated labels, with minor and normal signs of aging on the exterior.
A unique lot for variety, preservation, and quantity, ideal for collectors of English cutlery or to stage a high-end period dining table.