French Chambly Arlequin Sterling Silver Flatware 69 pcs

Western Europe, France, ca. late 20th to 21st century CE. This collection features 69 pieces of sterling silver-plated flatware and cutlery from the renowned French Chambly Arlequin Silver Tableware, a perfect addition for collectors and those seeking quality craftsmanship. The plating is 33 microns, a relatively thick and durable coating designed to ensure a long-lasting finish that resists wear and tarnish over time. This level of plating is considered high-quality, especially compared to thinner coatings, and is commonly found in premium cutlery. There are 12 place settings, each consisting of 5 pieces (2 table forks, 1 tablespoon, 1 dessert spoon, and 1 butter knife), plus 9 serving utensils. The total number of each piece is as follows: 24 table forks, 12 dessert spoons, 12 tablespoons, 12 butter knives, 1 carving knife, 4 large serving spoons, 1 carving fork, 1 pastry or fish fork, 1 salad serving fork, and 1 pie knife. The total number of each piece is as follows: 24 table forks, 12 dessert spoons, 12 tablespoons, 12 butter knives, 1 carving knife, 4 large serving spoons, 1 carving fork, 1 pastry or fish fork, 1 salad serving fork, and 1 pie knife. Size of table forks : 8" L x 1" W (20.3 cm x 2.5 cm); tablespoons: 6" L x 1.2" W (15.2 cm x 3 cm); dessert spoons: 7.5" L x 1.5" W (19 cm x 3.8 cm); butter knives: 9" L x 0.75" W (22.9 cm x 1.9 cm); carving knife: 11" L x 1" W (27.9 cm x 2.5 cm); large serving spoons: 9.5" L x 2" W (24.1 cm x 5.1 cm); total weight: 13.2 pounds (5.99 kilograms) Item # 191594

Estimate:£1,362.14

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