Antique French Horn & Silver Dinner & Dessert Knives, Carving, Gigot, Salad Set

Description

Antique French Horn Handles & Silver Collars Dinner & Dessert Knives, Carving Set & Salad Set, Stamped
Aux
Deux
Lions
, 29
pcs
T
his
beautiful set of antique French knives and serving pieces is composed of 12 dinner knives, 12 dessert/cheese knives, a carving set, a gigot holder and a salad serving set. All the knives have their original stainless steel blades stamped “
Aux
Deux
-Lions.
Inoxydable
” with the image of two lions’ heads. The upper parts of the salad set are horn. The upper part of the gigot holder is chrome plated steel. All the pieces have silver collars designed in an elegant Neoclassic pattern. The color of the natural horn handles varies from piece to piece lending this ensemble all the elegance expected from the famous tradition of French cutlery. The set is offered in its original case. This ensemble is in very good condition with the exception of faint scratches on the blades, some hairline cracks on the upper part of some of the handles (not affecting the stability of the knives) and darkening on the upper part of the carving fork, all commensurate with their age. The cases shows stains and signs of wear. Please refer to the detailed photos on this page.This set will be an authentic and prestigious French addition to your table setting or your collection.
Dimensions
Length of the dinner knives: 9 5/8 inches (24.50 cm)
Length of the dessert knives: 7 7/8 inches (20 cm)
Length of the carving knife: 12 5/16 inches (31.40 cm)
Length of the carving fork: 10 5/8 inches (27 cm)
Length of the gigot holder: 7 7/8 inches (20 cm)
Length of the salad spoon: 10 7/8 inches (27.50 cm)
Length of the salad fork: 11 inches (27.80 cm)
Total weight: 3.08 pounds (1400 gr.)
Total weight with cases: 5.25 pounds (2382 gr.)
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Note
Please remember that you are bidding on an antique or vintage item and all such items will have some signs of wear and tear from passage through the years, but these marks of history are what distinguishes it from the new and gives it patina and charm.
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14
business days. Item must be returned undamaged, in its original condition and packed, shipped, and insured in the same manner. Buyer pays return shipping and a 10% restocking fee
.
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