S. Richard NYC 19th Century Coin Silver Patterned Pickle Knife & Fork

A matched set, this c. 1835, coin silver, 6 5/8" long, likely pickle, fork and 7 1/2" knife, 2.8 T. oz. combined weight, are marked "S. Richard" for the New York City silversmith Stephen Richard.

The handles are filled (which is included in the total weight above), and feature a complex, double-sided, pattern that incorporates leaves, scrolls, flowerets, and two kinds of shells, one that is spiraled and one that appears to be a nautilus.

The pattern may be attributable to Richard's contemporary, William Forbes, whose pseudo hallmark has been noted on other instances of this design.

There is a reserve area on each side of the handles and these have never been engraved.

The fork is narrow and has three tines, while the knife has a blunt end blade.

In remarkably fine condition, these are free of dents, splits, or other wear to the handles save for some shallow dings. The handles fit snugly with their working ends. The blade is absent bends or nicks, and the fork tines are straight and pointed. Both pieces show a rich patina.