{"product_id":"antique-mother-of-pearl-flatware-with-sterling-collars-set-of-10","title":"Antique Mother-of-Pearl Flatware with Sterling Collars, Set of 10","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful late 19th-century collection of antique mother-of-pearl handled flatware, comprising five knives, four forks and one serving spoon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach piece features a luminous natural mother-of-pearl handle joined to the implement with a sterling silver collar. The forks have delicate engraved decoration, while the older knife blades have the soft gray finish and character that comes with more than a century of age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRather than a formal matched service, this is a wonderfully useful assortment for the modern table. Mix the knives and forks into a layered place setting, use the spoon for serving, or bring individual pieces out for cheese, fruit, desserts and small bites.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCirca 1890.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAntique condition with surface wear, patina and age-related marks throughout. The non-stainless knife blades show oxidation and discoloration consistent with their age and material. The mother-of-pearl handles remain beautiful, with the natural variation in color and iridescence characteristic of genuine shell. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSet of 10: five knives, four forks and one serving spoon.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosted by Kirsten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45197574799568,"sku":"#00199","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/1359\/0736\/files\/IMG_0615_4a6b4b06-666a-4b89-91b4-eee505fd3e38.jpg?v=1790957576","url":"https:\/\/hostedbykirsten.com\/products\/antique-mother-of-pearl-flatware-with-sterling-collars-set-of-10","provider":"Hosted by Kirsten","version":"1.0","type":"link"}