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What is the best metal for cutlery?
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Choosing the best metal for cutlery often depends on personal choice. However, stainless steel flatware is considered ideal for everyday use — for it is easy to care for, it’s economically sensible and it’s durable and long-lasting. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary stainless-steel flatware from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
Shop for Vintage Cutlery on 1stDibs
Erik Herlow for Copenhagen Cutlery "Obelisk" Stainless Service for 12/ 100 pcs.
By Erik Herlow, Copenhagen Cutlery
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Erik Herlow for Copenhagen Cutlery, massive Stainless Steel Flatware Set. 7 piece place setting
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
1960s Cutlery Sets.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
1960s cutlery sets.
Two pieces of 1960s cutlery in a metal and wood box, perfect for a baby.
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Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
Christofle cutlery set
By Christofle
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Christofle cutlery set
Important Christofle cutlery set of 156 pieces and also its original box
Category
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Serving Pieces
Materials
Metal
Amboss 1050 "Bacon Cutlery"
By Amboss Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
This rustic cutlery consist of 18 pieces and was made in rosewood and stainless steel and was the
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
TI-1 Boxed Cutlery Set, Shiny
Located in Richmond, VA
5-piece boxed cutlery set 'TI-1' by Japense designer Takenobu Igarashi, ca. 1990. Made from
Category
1990s Japanese Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
TI-1 Boxed Cutlery Set, Matte
Located in Richmond, VA
5-piece boxed cutlery set 'TI-1' by Japense designer Takenobu Igarashi, ca. 1990. Made from
Category
1990s Japanese Tableware
Materials
Stainless Steel
