Antique Engraved Silverware Set

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Posted by Gunguy1

13 years ago

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I bought this antiques silverware set at an estate auction a few years ago in CT for about $100. Each fork and knife is finely engraved along one side of each blade. The handles, I assume, are either bone (whale) or ivory. In my limited searches I was able to deduce that the "BB" trademark was used by Brazillai Benjamin between 1799-1835. I make the assumption about whale bone as Brazillai Benjamin worked in New Haven which was a whaling port at the time. Other than that, I have no idea. The case is made of an unknown wood with subtle wood accents and an inlayed copper plate (to be engraved) which is blank. The inside of the box is decorated with red silk.

Category Silver and Silver Overlay

Medium silver

Distinguishing marks "BB" and 3 other picture marks

Condition Excellent

Size and dimensions of this item 15"W X 11"D X 2"H

Date Period 1799-1835 if from Brazillai Benjamin

Weight 5lbs

History unknown

eBay Auction Link

Price Paid (If known) $100

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