S. F. A. M. Chambly Silver Plate Cutlery Set Fiddle And Thread

This set is from the early 1900's. Is Societe Francaise d'Alliages et de Metaux. French flatware services generally did not contain knives for a few reasons.

Many services were given as wedding gifts and it was considered bad luck to give knives. Also, Silversmiths making flatware services made forks and spoons while the knives were made by those specializing in knifemaking. If you wanted a whole set, then you would have bought a set of knives that complemented the forks and spoons.

Pearl handled knives were (and still are) popular because they complement many of the old patterns. 6 large forks - top right above spoons. Approximately 8.5 inches from top of tines to end of handle. 3 Hallmarks on the back. Metal Allegiance Blanc, 84g and S.

Approximately 7.5 inches from top of tines to end of handle. 2 Hallmarks on the back. Approximately 7.25 inches from top of tines to end of handle. Approximately 8.5 inches from top of spoon bowl to end of handle. Approximately 7.5 inches from top of spoon bowl to end of handle. Just over 5.5 inches from top of spoon bowl to end of handle. Chambly Silver Plate Cutlery Set Fiddle And Thread" is in sale since Monday, June 26, 2017. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Silverplate\Flatware & Silverware". The seller is "dellmille_0" and is located in Sweet Grass, Montana. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

Type: Flatware - Sets
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