Alvin 'Nuremburg' Gargoyle Sterling Silver Sardine Fork
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$60.00
Measuring 4 7/8" long and weighing just under 1.0 T. oz., this sardine fork has a 2 1/2" by 1 1/2", seven tine serving end with a pierced heel.
The pattern is Nuremburg, issued by Alvin in 1903.
The design incorporates the face of a horned, devil-like, figure masked in the detail of the overall pattern. This image is presumably meant to suggest the grotesque medieval gargoyles for which the German city of Nuremberg in known.
The handle front is engraved in script with an "O'L" monogram.
In flawless condition, this is without wear or damage and has a soft, warm, finish.
Marks are Alvin's "A flanked by a bird and sword" emblem, "Sterling" and "Patent," all in fine lettering.
