1900s Victorian Two-tined Sterling Picking Fork 8.25 inches

This two-tine fork appears to be an antique serving utensil, most likely a pickle fork or a small cold meat fork. Here's a breakdown of its likely characteristics and purpose: Pickle Fork: A long-handled, two-tined fork used for serving pickles, olives, and other condiments from a deep jar. The long, slender tines are ideal for spearing small items. Cold Meat Fork: A two-tined fork used for serving cold cuts, cheeses, or other hors d'oeuvres. The highly ornate, floral-patterned handle is a key feature. This kind of intricate, decorative design is very common on Victorian or Edwardian era silverware, where a wide array of specialized serving pieces was a sign of wealth and proper etiquette. The material is likely sterling silver or silver-plated metal, given the level of detail and the style of the handle. About 8.25 inches long, 4 inches just the handle There are some minimal markings at the bottom ring of the handle, which are completely impossible to read; however, I will list this item as a STERLING handle. Browsing online, I have found an identical fork where the sterling mark (only the handle) is entirely readable.