Dinner knife 130yrs old

Discussion in 'Metalware' started by Hayley91, Apr 14, 2021.

  1. Hayley91

    Hayley91 Member

    Hi I wondered if anyone could help. I know my item isn’t antique and I’m most probably the only person who wants it but it is 130 years old and I wondered if anyone knew how to clean it up? I worry I’d cause damage or use the wrong cleaning products. It is a dinner knife from a very well known mental hospital. I don’t know how to tell what it’s made of. Like I say I know it’s not antique but I thought someone here may be able to advise what I should use to clean it up or if I should just leave it as it is.

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    Hayley91, Apr 14, 2021
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  2. Bookahtoo

    Bookahtoo Moderator Moderator

    It's hard to see the details. I made your photo full size but it's still small. Any chance of taking another one?

    If it's 130 years old, it is an antique.

    I would start to clean it with warm soapy water. Don't let it stay wet - dry it with a soft towel.

    If there is corrosion you might try a soft toothbrush.

    Is it silver-plated?
     
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  3. Hayley91

    Hayley91 Member

    BB920024-E6A3-4692-ADD0-0F2F5A17B586.jpeg It that any bigger?
     
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  4. Bookahtoo

    Bookahtoo Moderator Moderator

    Yes. :)
     
    Bookahtoo, Apr 14, 2021
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  5. Hayley91

    Hayley91 Member

    I can see engraved ‘Kingseat Asylum’

    It is silver plated
     
    Hayley91, Apr 14, 2021
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