Gorham "Corinthian" Large Sterling Silver Master Butter Knife
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$58.00
Dating from 1872, Gorham's Corinthian embodies the Greek Revival and Moorish sensibilities of its 1870s period. Architectural in style, it incorporates an anthemion leaf on the handle surmounted by leafy tracery.
This example is a lengthy at 8", and weighty at 1.3 T. oz., solid silver master butter knife.
The broad, 1" wide, flat blade has a scalloped upper edge and is engraved on the upper surface in a design that mirrors the pattern.
The handle is inscribed with a fancy, feathered line script "AJP" monogram set sideways on the handle front.
In excellent condition, the detail remains sharp and well-defined and the finish is bright. The blade shows some polishing wear, with softening of the engraving, and surface scratches but is without bends or cracks.
Marks are Gorham's "lion, anchor, G" emblem, "Pat. 71," and "Sterling."
