The Britannia Standard Queen Anne 3-tine fork

with upturned wavy-end or dognose(dog-nosed) terminal,

the terminal without evidence of an erasure

(however it is possible that one has been done sometime in the distant past).

Marks : DA in shield, pellets above and mullet below

(Grimwade #432, reg 1697)

(Davenport registered a number of marks; however this is one of the first two shown in the registry).

Britannia and Lions Head Erased rubbed.
Date mark rubbed with only one end visible (possibly 1707-8)

 
Condition : Excellent, with 2" tine length
 
This form marks the beginning of the true "Table Fork" (c1700).
They are rare, collectible - and in Britannia silver, wonderful to use (with care).

7.5" Long / 1.9 oz.

SOLD

#7436

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