Market-fresh Japonesque sterling silver paper knife. Made by Shiebler for Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1890. Samurai-sword scythe blade and double-sided open handle entwined with grass and encrusted with seashells and crab. Blade hand-hammered with tooled water ripples. A wonderful desk accessory rich in period motifs. Fully marked including maker’s and retailer’s stamps and no. 1307. Fine condition.

Length: 10 7/8 in. Weight: 4.5 troy ounces. #BS921