An exceptionally fine Fifty Eight piece Fiddle & Thread Flatware Set made in London by Francis Higgins in 1862

This Flatware set is modelled in the Fiddle and Thread Pattern and is double struck. It is of an exceptional gauge and weight and consists of:

12 Table Forks, Length: 8 inches, 20 cm.
12 Dessert Forks, Length: 6.9 inches, 17.25 cm
12 Dessert Spoons, Length: 7.15 inches, 17.88 cm.
12 Starter/Tea Spoons, Length: 5.75 inches, 14.38cm.

Each piece is engraved with a contemporary Armorial, with Crest above, and the Motto "Industria", engraved on a motto below. Each piece is in excellent condition and is very well marked.

The set also has ten serving items consisting of:

2 Large Gravy Spoons, Length: 12 inches, 30 cm.
4 Serving Spoons, Length: 8.75 inches, 21.88 cm
1 Sauce Ladle, Length: 7 inches, 17.5cm.
1 Sugar Sifter Spoon: Length: 5.9 inches, 14.75 cm.
2 Salt Spoons, Length: 4.4 inches, 11cm.

Francis Higgins was a specialist flatware maker of the finest quality, who occupied large workshops in Hatton Garden when this set was made.

It is most unusual to find a full Coat of Arms, Crest and Motto engraved on each piece in a flatware set. This indicates that it must have been commissioned by an extremely wealthy customer.

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This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance

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