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The April 2023 Auctions: Day 1

Thu, Apr 13, 2023 11:00AM EDT
Lot 17

Towle (American, 1857) 'King Richard' Sterling Silver Flatware, 143.64t oz 111 pcs

Estimate: $2,500 - $3,500

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A 111-piece collection of Towle 'King Richard' sterling silver flatware. Includes 12 dinner forks (L 7.75"), 24 salad forks, 12 place spoons (L 7.25"), 24 teaspoons, 11 demitasse spoons, 12 dinner knives (L 9.5"), 11 butter knives, 1 lemon fork, 2 serving spoons (L 8.5"), 1 ladle, and 1 meat fork. Each bearing signature branding and hallmarks to the undersides. Total weight: 143.64 troy ounces (weighable). Excluded from the count are 4 pieces of Towle 'Old Colonial' flatware (a dinner knife, luncheon fork, cream soup soon, and teaspoon).Provenance: From a Monroe, Michigan estate.

Condition

Collection exhibits modest use. With faint scratches from use throughout the collection. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ìRequest Condition Reportî or ìAsk a Questionî buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.