Antique George III Mother of Pearl & Sterling Silver Cheese Scoop 1805

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique George III English mother of pearl and sterling silver cheese scoop; an addition to our Georgian silver cutlery/flatware collection. This exceptional and large antique Georgian sterling silver cheese scoop is fitted with the original finely carved wrythen-fluted mother of pearl handle. The arched scoop is ornamented with contemporary engraved initials. The Georgian silver stem features the original spring loaded pusher, with a plain thumbpiece; this functional push fitment indicates the high quality of the piece. This fine and impressive Georgian silver cheese scoop is an exceptional example of its type. This Georgian sterling silver cheese scoop with a mother of pearl handle is a refined and practical serving piece, well suited to both formal dining and relaxed entertaining, where its elegant form and lustrous handle bring character, craftsmanship and timeless appeal to the table. Maker: William Eley I & William Fearn Origin: London, England