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James Ryals silver cutlery set

By ayesee, 25 March, 2025
Description

Ryals cutlery set in sterling silver. Brand new with covers still present.

Category
Home Furnishings
Condition
Mint
For Sale?
Yes
Photos
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Charley

1 month 1 week ago

James Ryals silver cutlery set

Item Description

  • Type: Silver-plated flatware set in original fitted presentation case
  • Brand/Markings:
    • Stamped: “RYALS H A1 MADE IN ENGLAND”
    • Flatware includes knives and forks, arranged in a velvet-lined case
  • Material: A1 Electroplated Silver (not sterling silver)
  • Condition: Mint – appears unused, with original storage cloth and minimal tarnish or wear
  • Packaging: Original red patterned case with silk and velvet interior

Clarification of Markings

  • A1: This indicates high-quality electroplated silver (EPNS or electroplated nickel silver), not sterling silver.
  • “RYALS”: Refers to the Ryals brand — a known English manufacturer of mid-century silver-plated tableware.
  • “MADE IN ENGLAND”: Confirms origin, often indicating manufacture between the 1930s–1970s, when English export silverplate was especially popular.

Historical Background

The Ryals name was associated with fine tableware, primarily electroplated, during the mid-20th century. The A1 grade reflects the thickest layer of silverplate commercially available at the time — a mark of higher durability and resistance to wear.

Cutlery sets like this were common for formal dining and given as wedding or housewarming gifts, often housed in elegant fitted cases. While not sterling, they are collectible for their craftsmanship, vintage appeal, and practicality.

Current Market Value Estimate (2024)

Component

Estimated Value

A1 Silverplate Cutlery Set (12 pcs)

$60 – $100 USD

Original Fitted Case

Included

Total Estimate

$60 – $100 USD

Value Factors

✅ Mint Condition — Excellent preservation enhances desirability
✅ Original Box — Adds presentation value for collectors or gifting
❌ Not Sterling Silver — Lower intrinsic value compared to hallmarked sterling

Selling Suggestions

  • eBay or Etsy: Keywords like “Ryals A1 Silver Plate Cutlery Set England”
  • Chairish or Ruby Lane: For vintage flatware and home furnishings
  • Antique Booths or Estate Sales: Popular among collectors of British silverplate

Professional Appraisal

A professional appraiser is always useful and even more important if::

  • You suspect this is actually sterling silver (which would have British sterling hallmarks like a lion passant).
  • You plan to insure a large silverware collection.
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