Kniferest Antique Crystal Faceted Barbell Victorian 1890s Carving Rest

This is an English Victorian era hand faceted crystal knife rest shaped like a barbell or dumbell with faceted ball ends made in England 1890-1910.

The large crystal carving knife rest measures 1.5 inches high by 5 inches long and is in very good ++ used vintage condition with only 2 minor facet chips and general facet wear.

Knife rests were developed to keep your knife from dirtying the tablecloth at meals and is a great decorating trend today.