Description

Rare antique sterling silver retractable pickle fork trident from William Vane & Sons, patent #11744. The end of the handle can be pushed to slide a pickle clean off of the prongs.

We believe the date code (see photos) dates this fork to 1888.

Handle marked “Patent No 11744, WV & S” with pictorial hallmarks.

Weighs 23.7 grams.

Fork is about 7-5/8” long. Prongs are about 25mm widest.

Very good vintage condition. Gently pre-owned.

Pusher slightly bent but usable.