Robert & Belk was a silversmithing firm founded in Sheffield, England, in 1845 by Samuel Roberts and Joseph Slater. The firm was originally known as Roberts & Slater, but it changed its name to Robert & Belk in 1864, after the retirement of Joseph Slater. Robert & Belk was a successful silversmithing firm, and it produced a wide range of silver items, including tea sets, coffee sets, dinnerware, and jewelry. The firm's silver was known for its high quality and its elegant designs.
The firm's success also led to prestigious commissions, including supplying silverware to royal households. Robert & Belk were appointed as silversmiths to Queen Victoria and were granted the Royal Warrant, signifying their status as official suppliers to the royal family.
However, like many Sheffield-based silversmiths, Robert & Belk faced challenges with the decline of the silver industry in Sheffield in the late 19th century. more...
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