Martin Hall & Co - Faqueiro - Prata esterlina

Elegant three-piece Victorian sterling silver dessert set produced by the renowned English silversmith Martin Hall & Co, Sheffield, dated 1858. Each piece bears full British hallmarks: lion passant (sterling 925), Sheffield assay mark, date letter P for 1858, and the maker’s mark M.H & Co.
The handles are finely decorated with classic Victorian ornamental motifs typical of mid-19th century English silverware.
A particularly noteworthy feature is that the knife blade itself is also made of sterling silver rather than steel. This construction is less common and adds both collectibility and value, as most Victorian knives typically feature a steel blade with only a silver handle.

Details:
Maker: Martin Hall & Co
Origin: Sheffield, England
Year: 1858
Material: Sterling silver (925)
Pieces: 3 (knife, fork, spoon)

Total weight: 105 g

Dimensions:
Knife: 19 cm
Fork: 15.7 cm
Spoon: 15.6 cm

Condition:
Very good antique condition with clearly visible hallmarks and light age-related wear consistent with normal use.

A fine mid-Victorian silver dessert set with the uncommon feature of a silver-bladed knife, making it especially appealing for collectors.