Magnificent middle of 19th century english sterling silver dessert set. 
Stunning realistic crisp embossed strawberry decoration on handles. 
 Fully marked on blades with english sterling hallmarks for birmingham, 1858. 
Maker's mark for hilliard & thomason.  
  Size: 
Knife is about 9 1/2 in. (24.1 cm) long. 
Fork is about 7 1/2 in. (9 cm) long.
  Weight:
Total weight is about 3.4 troy oz. (106 grams).
  Condition: 
Very good original antique condition with light expected handling marks and minor charming indication of age. 
No repairs.
Beautiful over 160 years old sterling silver set of finest quality.