A John Emes, London, George II Period, Sterling Silver Butter Knife

Manufacturer - John Eames, Amen Corner, London

Date - 1800

Description - An unusual and quite remarkable Georgian silver butter knife by John Eames, beautifully reflecting his flair for elegant design and impeccable finish.
The blade is bordered with a fine bead banding that frames a delicate trail of leaf‑like detailing—an exquisite combination that showcases both restraint and artistry. The ribbed handle provides a perfect visual and tactile balance, echoing the refinement of the blade’s decoration and giving the piece a wonderfully harmonious profile.
While designed for butter, this versatile serving knife is equally suited to cheese, soft spreads, pâtés, terrines, certain jellies, and even meatloaf—making it not only a charming object of Georgian craftsmanship but also a genuinely useful addition to any well‑appointed table.

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

Hallmark - This knife has clear hallmarks with manufacturer's cypher for John Eames and a London date cypher for 1800

Dimensions - Knife length: 18.5cm
Weight - 49gm