Fabulous Flatware from the Midlands

Lot 110.
A set of six silver fish knives and forks and a silver fish slice and fork, makers mark Daniel and Arter, Birmingham, 1922, weight 23oz Estimate £250-£350 For Auction 2nd October

Daniel and Arter was a prominent Birmingham silversmith and electro-platers, established in the late 19th century.  The founders were Thomas Henry Daniel and Thomas Richard Arter who became known for the production of flatware both electro-plated and silver.  Sterling silver hallmarks were entered in Sheffield Assay Office, 1906 and London Assay Office, 1913.  In 1920 the firm became a limited liability company and subsequently closed in the 1930s.