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High Grade Elkington silver plated desert Cultery set circa 1900
High Grade Elkington silver plated desert Cultery set circa 1900
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Elkington & Co. was a prominent English silversmithing company founded in Birmingham in the 1830s by George and Henry Elkington. The company is best known for pioneering the process of electroplating, which they patented in 1840.
Key facts about Elkington & Co.:
- Founding and Innovation: The Elkington cousins developed and patented a method to coat a base metal with a thin layer of silver using an electric current. This innovation, known as electroplating, revolutionized the silver industry by making high-quality, silver-plated items more affordable and widely available.
- Success and Recognition: Elkington & Co. became one of the largest and most successful silversmithing businesses in England during the 19th century. They held Royal Warrants from several monarchs, including Queen Victoria and King George VI.
- Company History: The company was initially known as G. R. Elkington & Co. and later became Elkington, Mason, & Co. for a period before operating as Elkington & Co. from 1861 until 1963. The company was eventually taken over by British Silverware, Ltd
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