Cutlery set for 12 (74) - Empire - .800 silver






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Empire-style 800 silver cutlery set from Italy with the Albenga hallmark, comprising 74 pieces (72 pieces plus 2 salad servers), dating from 1970–1980, in near-new condition and never used, with dimensions 60 cm H x 60 cm W x 60 cm D and gross weight 4.75 kg.
Description from the seller
Extremely Rare Italian 800 Silver Cutlery Set – Albenga Hallmark – Empire Style – 72 Pieces + Salad Servers
An outstanding and extremely rare complete cutlery set in solid 800 silver, of Italian origin, crafted in Liguria, close to the sea, and bearing the original Albenga hallmark, a guarantee of authenticity and high-quality silversmith craftsmanship.
The set consists of 72 pieces, plus 2 matching salad servers, executed in a refined and timeless Empire style, distinguished by clean lines, perfect proportions, and the sober elegance characteristic of the finest Italian silver production of the 20th century.
Set Composition
• 12 large forks – 64 g each
• 12 small forks – 40 g each
• 12 large spoons – 68 g each
12 teaspoons – 27 g each
• 12 large knives – 98 g each (stainless steel blade, 800 silver handle)
• 12 small knives – 78 g each (stainless steel blade, 800 silver handle)
• 2 salad servers – 256 g total
Weight
Total silver weight (excluding knives): approximately 2,644 g.
Total gross weight of the complete service: approx. 4,756 g
Condition
The cutlery set is preserved in exceptional, near-new condition.
All pieces have never been used and remain individually protected in their original nylon sleeves, stored inside the original presentation box, which is also unused.
Rarity & Collectability
Complete services of this quality, unused, with original protective covers and original box, are exceptionally rare on the market today. The combination of Empire style, Albenga hallmark, and outstanding preservation makes this set highly desirable for collectors, connoisseurs, and silver investors alike.
Origin & Hallmarks
Italy – Liguria
Solid silver, fineness 800
Original hallmarks, clearly visible.
Extremely Rare Italian 800 Silver Cutlery Set – Albenga Hallmark – Empire Style – 72 Pieces + Salad Servers
An outstanding and extremely rare complete cutlery set in solid 800 silver, of Italian origin, crafted in Liguria, close to the sea, and bearing the original Albenga hallmark, a guarantee of authenticity and high-quality silversmith craftsmanship.
The set consists of 72 pieces, plus 2 matching salad servers, executed in a refined and timeless Empire style, distinguished by clean lines, perfect proportions, and the sober elegance characteristic of the finest Italian silver production of the 20th century.
Set Composition
• 12 large forks – 64 g each
• 12 small forks – 40 g each
• 12 large spoons – 68 g each
12 teaspoons – 27 g each
• 12 large knives – 98 g each (stainless steel blade, 800 silver handle)
• 12 small knives – 78 g each (stainless steel blade, 800 silver handle)
• 2 salad servers – 256 g total
Weight
Total silver weight (excluding knives): approximately 2,644 g.
Total gross weight of the complete service: approx. 4,756 g
Condition
The cutlery set is preserved in exceptional, near-new condition.
All pieces have never been used and remain individually protected in their original nylon sleeves, stored inside the original presentation box, which is also unused.
Rarity & Collectability
Complete services of this quality, unused, with original protective covers and original box, are exceptionally rare on the market today. The combination of Empire style, Albenga hallmark, and outstanding preservation makes this set highly desirable for collectors, connoisseurs, and silver investors alike.
Origin & Hallmarks
Italy – Liguria
Solid silver, fineness 800
Original hallmarks, clearly visible.
