(12) pieces, service for six, including (6) knives (8 1/8 in.) and (6) forks (6.75 in.); each with carved bone handle featuring an inscribed and inked crest, unknown manufacturer, presented in the original velvet lined mahogany case with inset brass plaque with Carruthers family crest and the motto "Promptus et Fidelis" (Ready & Faithful).

From the Collection of Peggy W. Hollander, Martinsville, VA

Several with stable cracks to handles; some wear to plating; stable crack and some minor loss to case.