American Sterling Silver Canteen of Cutlery for Eight Persons - Vintage Circa 1960

The pieces of this exceptional vintage American silver cutlery set, in sterling standard, for eight persons have been crafted in the Prince Eugene pattern*.

The surface of each handle is embellished with scrolling leaf and floral ornamentation, incorporating an elongated vacant cartouche to the terminal.

This 68 piece cutlery set in antique silver includes:

Basic Service:

8 Table knives

8 Table forks

8 Soup spoons

8 Fish knives

8 Fish forks

8 Hors d'oeuvre knives

8 Hors d'oeuvre forks

8 Teaspoons

Additional Pieces:

Pair of serving spoons

Carving knife

Carving fork

The pieces of this impressive flatware service, including the original knives, were crafted by the American silversmiths Alvin Corporation; the pattern was utilised between 1950-1991.

The blade to each knife bears the maker's mark Alvin, Sterling Handle, Stainless Blade'.

These impressive examples of vintage silver are supplied in felt cutlery rolls; which not only protect the items in storage but significantly reduces tarnishing.

NOTE: * This pattern was named in honour of Prince Eugene of Savoy.

This vintage Alvin Corporation 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.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine and impressive Alvin Corporation silverware.

Table knife 24.4cm/9.6"

Table fork 19.8cm/7.8"

Soup spoon 15.9cm/6.3"

Fish knife 20.6cm/8.1"

Fish fork 16.8cm/6.6"

Hors d'oeuvre knife 15.9cm/6.3"

Hors d'oeuvre fork 13.7cm/5.4"

Teaspoon 15cm/5.9"

Serving spoon 21.7cm/8.5"

Carving knife 34cm/13.4"

Carving fork 27.9cm/11"

58.8 troy ounces/1830g (excluding knives and carving set)