Victorian Mother of Pearl Butter Knife c1890s Antique Tableware

Key Details:

Item: Butter / Fish Knife
Material: Solid Mother of Pearl (nacre)
Era: Late Victorian – Early Edwardian (c. 1890–1915)
Origin: Likely England or Continental Europe
Construction: One-piece carved shell
Length: 12 cm. Approx. standard butter knife size (see photos)

Mini Story or Hook:

A beautifully iridescent example of late Victorian tableware, this antique butter knife has been hand-carved from solid mother of pearl. Pieces like this were favoured for refined breakfast and fish courses, where elegance mattered as much as function. The soft glow and natural shimmer of the shell give it a quiet luxury that modern reproductions simply can’t match. A charming survivor from a more graceful dining era.

Condition:

Condition: Good antique condition.

• Natural age-related wear consistent with use

• No cracks or repairs observed

• Surface shows gentle patina and light handling marks

• Structurally sound and displays beautifully

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Postage & Handling:

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