Beautiful Vintage Sterling Silver Boxed Set Knives & Forks, Made in England, circa 1971

This is a beautiful boxed set of 6 sterling silver knives and 6 forks by Harrison Brothers made in Sheffield, England. These are exquistely detailed in the Queen's pattern and hallmarked with "HB, crown, lion and D" passants on the sterling handles and dating to 1971. The knives have stainless steel blades which are marked "Superior Brucut Quality stainless Sheffield England." Harrison Brothers is noted as one of the best silversmiths in Sheffield and the quality and craftsmanship of this set is evident. Given these are boxed they would make a beautiful gift. These are referred to as a fruit set according to the auction house where I purchased them but I think they would be great used for dessert, brunch or tea service, or any occasion that you want to elevate with fine silverware. This set is in excellent vintage condition and most of the forks are still wrapped in paper as if they've never been used. 

• Knives measure 8.5" long, Forks measure 7.5" long, Box measures 9" x 7" x1"
• Comps in this pattern and maker are much higher than my price with sets of knives alone going for $250-$300