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Silver Flatware For 2018

Kick Off The New Year With Silver Superstore

People around the world love ringing in a new year, and depending on where they live, they have unusual ways of doing it.

Scotland has a first-footer tradition. The first person to enter a home after the clock strikes midnight is expected to bring good luck all year. In China, a splendid silk dragon leads a big parade. People throw firecrackers to rouse the creature from hibernation. Thai celebrants release fish into the river to commit to a year of kindness.

American traditions aren’t as ancient or colorful, but count on watching the ball drop in Times Square, singing “Auld Lang Syne” and kissing your sweetie at midnight.

There’s no better year than 2018 to start a flatware collection or round out an existing one. Browse our impressive gallery to choose from hundreds of patterns crafted by the world’s finest silversmiths. From familiar classics to sleek modern designs, we offer something for every taste.

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Reed & Barton At Silver Superstore

Reed & Barton: A History Of Beautiful Design

For nearly two centuries, the name Reed & Barton has been synonymous with superior craftsmanship and timeless elegance. The company is family-owned and is one of the oldest silversmiths in the U.S. It is largely known for its popular flatware patterns, but it manufactures hundreds of other items that delight collectors or become cherished family heirlooms.

A History in Silver

Reed & Barton was founded under another name in Massachusetts in 1824. Its earliest products were made of Britannia metal, a pewter alloy appreciated for its smooth, silvery finish. Many are surprised to learn that the Oscar statuette is made of Britannia dipped in gold. In subsequent years, Reed & Barton designers expanded their skills with pewter, silverplate and sterling silver.

In 1858, when silver was discovered in Nevada, Reed & Barton capitalized on the increased demand for solid pieces. Not only was silver durable and pleasing to the eye, but it was easy to melt down and convert to currency during hard times.

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Christofle From Silver Superstore

Christofle: A Company that Knows Quality

The holidays are a happy time. Unpacking ornaments and holiday décor brings back memories of family moments spent together while planning parties and fancy dinners give you the chance to use your decorative tableware including your high-end flatware and sophisticated china.

Known for its lavish table service products, Christofle is a highly respected brand, one that adorns the tabletops of those who appreciate quality. From traditional silverware lines to contemporary pieces, Christofle offers choice.
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Baguette Flatware: From Colonial Williamsburg to the Bistros of France

Baguette Flatware: From Colonial Williamsburg to the Bistros of France

Baguette flatware is a simple yet elegant style silverware that you can use casually or in a formal setting. It is characterized by the teardrop shaped handle and a long ridge running down the middle. This contemporary style flatware dates back more than a century in Europe and back to colonial times in America. It is currently used in fine bistros throughout France. Due to its huge popularity, there are many manufactures that make Baguette silverware. They are most commonly made in a continental or European size and medium to heavy in weight.

At Silver Superstore, we offer a variety of options of Baguette flatware for any budget. Here are our most popular patterns. Prices listed are for a service for 12 people.

 

Budget Friendly:

Bastille by D&V

Baguette Flatware - Bastille by FortessaFortessa’s D&V line of flatware is an excellent choice for those looking for good quality at an affordable price! In addition, they have a few extra pieces to complete your set that you won’t find in many other lines of silverware. The Bastille pattern has appetizer/cake forks, bouillon spoons, butter knives, dessert knives,  and espresso spoons! This pattern is high quality 18/10 stainless steel and sure to spruce up your dining table.

Weight: This pattern Weight is 279 grams (279 grams per place setting)

 

Blaine by Wallace

Baguette Flatware - Blaine by WallaceBlaine silverware is crafted of quality 18/10 grade stainless flatware. It is made for everyday use and is therefore dishwasher safe. Its traditional colonial design features a ridge down the middle of the handles, with the exception of the knife. For entertaining and ease in the kitchen, basic serving pieces are available in this pattern.

Weight: This pattern Weight is 334 grams (334 grams per place setting)

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BEAUTIFUL CHRISTOFLE FLATWARE NOW AVAILABLE!

We are proud to be one of the newest retailers of fine Christofle Flatware. Made in France since the 1830’s, the House of Christofle has some of the most beautiful flatware patterns available in Silverplate, Stainless, and Sterling Silver.

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Christofle Mood Flatware

Mood Silveplate Flatware

The 24pc service for 6 in Christofle Mood is housed in a Mirror Finished Egg shaped capsule with a walnut disk to hold the pieces and will truly standout in your kitchen or dining area.

 

 

 

 

 

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Lenox Vintage Jewel – Flatware Review

Lenox Vintage Jewel – Flatware Review


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Vintage Jewel Handle Detail

Vintage Jewel by Lenox is an great example of  finely crafted bead-border silverware.  It has a heavy weight, sturdy feel, and achieves a comfortable balance in the hand when in use.  Manufactured with 18/10 stainless steel, the metal has a shiny finish with raised beads running the perimeter of the handle.  The individual pieces are heavy, without feeling overbearing or cumbersome.  For first impressions, I was very pleased at the craftsmanship and appearance of Lenox Vintage Jewel.

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Gorham Studio – Flatware Review

The Gorham Studio Design

Studio 5pc Set by Gorham

Studio 5pc Set by Gorham

The Gorham’s Studio 5 piece stainless place setting is beautiful in design. The Studio pattern has smooth rounded handles that give a simple and very elegant look. I would consider the handle design to be modern, new age, and even artistic. For the price at Silversuperstore.com the Studio flatware works well for everyday usage and is glamorous enough to show off to your dinner guests. The 18/10 stainless polished flatware catches the surrounding light which makes it shine to impress.

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