{"product_id":"antique-sterling-silver-folding-pocket-knife-with-carved-mother-of-pearl-handle-scales-manufactured-by-thomas-marples-sheffield-england-1878-20261008","title":"Lot 082 - Antique Sterling Silver Folding Pocket Knife with Carved Mother-Of-Pearl Handle Scales, Manufactured by Thomas Marples, Sheffield, England, 1878, 2-1\/4\" L","description":"Antique sterling silver folding pocket knife with carved mother-of-pearl handle scales, manufactured by Thomas Marples of Sheffield, England. The blade bears a series of hallmarks including the maker's mark \"TM\" for Thomas Marples, along with Sheffield assay marks dated to 1878. One side of the mother-of-pearl scales features carved flowing leaf and scroll motifs, while the reverse side is carved with floral rosette designs. The bolster has reeded decoration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blade shows oxidation, patina, and surface scratching consistent with age. The mother-of-pearl scales have small areas of surface wear and minor bruising around the pin holes. The blade folds and closes securely.","brand":"Granite Union Auction Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53578565124385,"sku":"20261008-LOT082","price":999999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0073\/9101\/9067\/files\/20261008-015-001.jpg?v=1790310164","url":"https:\/\/graniteunionauction.com\/products\/antique-sterling-silver-folding-pocket-knife-with-carved-mother-of-pearl-handle-scales-manufactured-by-thomas-marples-sheffield-england-1878-20261008","provider":"Granite Union Auction Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}