A set of silver-gilt plates; the reeded rim cast with fruiting vines and scallop shells. The plate is engraved with the Royal coat of arms, with supporters, mantling and coronet.

The Grand Service

George IV's spectacular silver-gilt dining service and buffet

PAUL STORR (1771-1844)

Dessert knife (part of the Grand Service)

hallmark 1813/14

RCIN 32561

Ninety silver-gilt dessert knives of this kind were supplied for the Grand Service. They have pointed silver-gilt blades adorned with rosettes and handles decorated with scenes of revelry and vines. Each is also engraved with Prince of Wales feathers within a Garter.

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