{"product_id":"antique-william-beckett-sheffield-carving-knife-victorian","title":"Antique William Beckett \u0026 Co Sheffield Carving Knife – Victorian Era, Stag Horn Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an antique carving knife manufactured by William Beckett \u0026amp; Co, cutlers of Sheffield, England. The piece exemplifies the quality and craftsmanship of 19th-century Victorian table cutlery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a long steel blade with decorative metal collar fittings (likely silver or silver plate) at the base, and a substantial stag horn handle finished with a decorative pommel cap. The blade bears the maker's mark and VR crown (Victoria Regina), confirming Victorian-era production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade shows authentic surface oxidation and patina consistent with age and use, while the handle and metal work are structurally sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carving knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e William Beckett \u0026amp; Co, Cutlers, Sheffield, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarking:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"WILLIAM BECKETT \u0026amp; Co \/ CUTLERS. SHEFFIELD\" with VR crown mark (Victoria Regina) stamped on blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 19th century, Victorian period\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel, long and broad for carving; tapered to point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stag horn (natural bone\/antler)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Fittings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decorative metal collar rings and pommel cap (likely silver or silver plate)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-kitchenware\" title=\"Vintage Kitchenware \u0026amp; Classic Cookware\"\u003eVictorian-era table cutlery; ornate and substantial\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Surface oxidation on blade (patina); handle and fittings intact; fully functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle intact and structurally sound — no cracks, splits, or significant damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal collar fittings secure and well-preserved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative pommel cap complete and functional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade intact with no breaks or major dents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking clear and legible: \"WILLIAM BECKETT \u0026amp; Co \/ CUTLERS. SHEFFIELD\" with VR crown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Victorian-era Sheffield cutlery piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully functional carving knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface oxidation visible on blade (patina consistent with age; not rust damage)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal wear and storage marks on handle consistent with 19th-century use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight toning on metal fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo original sheath or packaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWilliam Beckett \u0026amp; Co was an established Sheffield cutlery manufacturer during the Victorian and Edwardian periods. This carving knife represents the quality and design sensibility of 19th-century English table cutlery production. The VR crown mark confirms Victorian-era manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stag horn handle and hand-forged blade characteristics are hallmarks of quality cutlery from this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca title=\"shipping policy\" href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. 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