Leopard Antiques Rare Cape Silver twisted stem konfyt fork and spoon (matching pair)

Rare Cape Silver twisted stem konfyt fork and spoon (matching pair)

Reference: S1188 Period: George III Year: Circa 1820 Silversmith: Jan Beyleveld Place: Cape Price: $ 350.00 Weight: 40 grams Dimensions: 14,5 cm Condition: Excellent Description: A rare matching pair of twisted stem konfyt (preserve) fork and spoon, the fork having 3 prongs. They have spearhead handles, with typical Cape floral engraving, and very clear hallmarks. Similar forks and spoons are illustrated in Heller's History of Cape Silver (Vol 1, pg 148) and Welz's Cape Silver (pg 41). Byleveld worked from 53 Loop Street and 31 Waterkant Street from 1814 - 1827, when he died age 35.

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