Antique Silver Plated Trident Asparagus / Pickle / Sardine Serving Fork Decor considering the age of this

considering the age of this item

a genuine hand engraving

far eastern imports started to flood in to the UK from the mid 1970s

while the yellow leaf apple blossom version was released by Carlton Ware during the 1940’

this is a vintage porcelain vase

Antique Silver Plated Trident Asparagus / Pickle / Sardine Serving Fork Decor considering the age of thisThis item is an antique silver plated trident style serving fork with a dovetail handle. Stamped EP on NS. The item is has lost some plating due to age and use and requires a polish, but is still in good usable condition. Length: 13. 8 cm, Width of prongs: 3. 5 cm, Width of handle top: 1. 4 cm