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A 43 piece harlequin set of silver flatware, by a variety of makers, variously marked in London and Dublin 1778 - 1894, 'Old English' pattern, comprising twelve table forks, six dessert forks, six oyster forks, a single table spoon, twelve dessert spoons and six teaspoons, the majority crested, 62ozt gross (43)
Harlequin sets of flatware are assembled with the emphasis on matching the design only, and often consist of a mixture of makers, dates and assay office marks. Occasionally silver and silver plated items are mixed together in order to complete the set.

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