By Reed & Barton
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage American sterling silver straight flatware service for six persons, in the design style, an addition to our canteen of cutlery collection.
The pieces of this exceptional vintage American silver flatware set for six persons have been crafted in a plain angular form, reflecting the Classic Devon pattern.
The surface of each handle is plain and unembellished in the iconic design style.
This Reed and Barton flatware set consists of 41 pieces:
Basic Service:
6 Table knives
6 Table forks
6 Table spoons
6 Dessert knives
6 Dessert forks
6 Dessert spoons
Additional Pieces:
Pair of salad servers
Sauce ladle
Serving fork
Pickle fork
The pieces of this impressive flatware service, including the original knives, were crafted by the American silversmiths Reed & Barton.
The blade to each knife bears the maker's mark 'Reed & Barton, Mirrorstele, Sterling Handle'.
These impressive examples of vintage silverware are supplied in felt cutlery rolls, which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduces tarnishing.
Condition
This vintage Reed and Barton flatware set is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. Each piece has been professionally polished and is in presentation condition. The American hallmarks struck to the reverse surface of each handle are all very clear
Dimensions
Table fork 19.1 cm/7.5"
Table spoon 17.9 cm/7"
Table/Dessert knife 26 cm/10.2"
Dessert fork 17.7 cm/7"
Dessert spoon 15.5 cm/6.1"
Salad fork 21.1 cm/8.3"
Salad spoon 21.6 cm/8.5"
Sauce ladle 17.6 cm/6.9"
Serving fork 30.1 cm/11.9"
Pickle fork 15.2 cm/6"
Weight
43.8 troy ounces/1362g (excluding knives)
Maker: Reed & Barton
Date: circa 1960
Origin: Massachusetts, USA
Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine and impressive Reed and Barton silverware.
Category
1960s Vintage American Tableware
MaterialsSilver, Sterling Silver