A John Stone, Exeter, Victorian Period, Sterling Silver Butter Serving Knife

Manufacturer - John Stone, New Bridge Street, Exeter

Date - 1858

Description - A crisp and substantial fiddle‑pattern sterling silver butter knife, the handle engraved with bold ‘gift’ initials—clearly ensuring the recipient would never forget the generous giver. The blade is cleanly shaped and well balanced, making it both attractive and practical at the table. Beyond butter, these versatile serving knives are equally useful for cheese, soft cheese spreads, pâtés, terrines, certain jellies, and even slices of meatloaf.

Condition - This knife is in clean, good condition with little signs of use-related wear

Hallmark - This knife has clear hallmarks with cypher for John Stone and an Exeter date cypher for 1858

Dimensions - Knife length: 19.5cm
Weight - 50gm

Weight - 24gm