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Complete 68-Piece Gold-Plated Luxury Cutlery Set - "Antoinette" Rococo Model - Solingen, Germany - 23/24 Karat Hard Gold Plating (18/10 Stainless Steel Base)
In Original Presentation Briefcase

An exquisite and pristine 68-piece luxury cutlery service for 12 people, manufactured in the world-renowned blade and cutlery region of Solingen, West Germany.
This set features the highly sought-after "Antoinette" design, showcasing elegant Rococo/Baroque ornamental details engraved on the handles.

It comes housed in its original black leatherette presentation diplomat briefcase with a burgundy velvet interior lining and functioning dual combination locks.

Material & Quality Specifications:
- Base Material: High-grade 18/10 Stainless Steel (Chromium-Nickel steel for superior durability and rust resistance).
- Finish: Fully electroplated with a double layer of 23/24 Karat Hard Gold (German: Hartvergoldet).
Cobalt additives make this plating significantly harder and more scratch-resistant than standard decorative gilding.
- Authenticity Stamps: Every single piece is individually hallmarked on the back with: "SOLINGEN 18/10" and "23/24 KARAT HARTVERGOLDET".

Complete 68-Piece Breakdown:
- 12 x Dinner Knives (with stainless steel blades)
- 12 x Dinner Forks
- 12 x Dinner Spoons
- 12 x Pastry / Cake Forks
- 12 x Tea / Coffee Spoons
- 8 x Special Serving Pieces (including 1 Large Soup Ladle, 1 Small Sauce Ladle, 1 Cake Server, 1 Meat/Carving Fork, 1 Slotted Salad Spoon, and 3 Large Serving/Side Dish Spoons).

Condition:
Excellent, near-mint/unused vintage condition. The gold plating retains its brilliant, high-mirror luster with no noticeable wear or fading. The interior velvet trays are fully intact, clean, and securely hold each piece. The exterior briefcase shows minimal signs of storage wear, remaining sturdy and functional with operational locks.

The product will be professionally packed and sent safely to your address by local post.
The pictures of the product are made with the highest possible resolution, precisely to capture possible small defects (small scratches, stains, defect), the pictures are part of the product description.