Shiebler sterling sardine fork model 2552

with sea creatures and granulated "sand" decoration, length 6 1/4 inches, weight 1.73 Troy ounces, excellent original condition, no monogram.

One factor which ultimately contributed to the demise of his firm was that George Shiebler's best designs were difficult to execute and costly to produce. Not many of these forks were made, and the surviving examples vary in quality and condition.

You'll see various historical and current listings, but this is the finest one we've ever had the privilege to offer. The gilt tines are uniform in color, with no losses to gilding, and the detail throughout is superb.