silver and brass specialty knives
I was given some assorted pieces of sliver flatware and in the mix are 11 very odd knives (I think). They are a combo of silver and brass, but I have no idea how they were used.They measure: Handle is 2 7/8" x 1/2" at widest point and the brass blade is 2 1/4" long and 3/4" at widest point. Some of the brass blades have moved out from the handles but are not loose. There may be a stamp of some sort on each side of the handle just below the blade, but I can't read it. Also, in the picture of all 11 pieces, the last 4 on the right, the rounded section of the blade is not as rounded as the left 7 pieces.
gifted to me by a friend who bought a lot of silver pieces from a family in Europe, Holland I think
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Thank you for submitting your item for appraisal. These appear to be quite rare silver and bronze orange knives. The sharp hook is used to get in and under the peel, divide the orange skin in several quarters and then lift the peel with the rounded blade. The handles would most likely show a hallmark "800" for silver of a purity of 800/1000. The silver on the handles is very thin and filled with glue and plaster. The set was most likely made in Germany during the late 19th century. These fruit knives are very rare, the estimate is based on the few similar sets offered in the past. Basically your "asking price" is up to you.
I would be interested in offers for these knives.