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Shreve, Brown & Co. "Oval Thread" Sterling Silver Master Butter Knife

Shreve, Brown & Co. "Oval Thread" Sterling Silver Master Butter Knife
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$48.00

A substantially sized item that measures 7 1/2" long and weighs just under 1.4 T. oz., this master butter knife traces to mid 19th century Boston.

It is stamped "Shreve, Brown & Co.," which was an 1857-60 partnership in the chain of evolution for the firm that eventually became Boston's carriage trade "Shreve, Crump & Low."

It is also marked "Sterling," which is early for this period when coin silver was the prevailing silver standard.

The handle is an upturned "Oval Thread," plain on the front and engraved with a script "JLA" monogram on the reverse.

The broad blade has a pointed tip, scalloped upper edge, and slightly beveled lower edge.

In very good condition, this shows only the expected signs of use for an implement this old, namely light surface scratches. There are no bends, cracks, or scuffs, and the overall finish is bright and even.

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