This timeless 216-piece flatware set from the famed Tiffany & Co. includes place settings for 12, housed in its original Tiffany & Co. fitted chest. The set is further heightened by the inclusion of gilded utensils, an exclusive rarity. Fashioned to reflect the elaborate entertainment of the Gilded Age, English King was first introduced by Tiffany in 1885. The design represents Tiffany's rendition of the English silver counterpart, known as the King’s pattern, which experienced widespread popularity in both North America and Europe in the later years of the 19th century. Tiffany maintains the King pattern's trademark elegance, yet adds the subtle charm and quality for which the American firm is renowned. The result is a classic and familiar design transformed by Tiffany’s gift for innovation, which consequently received its own exclusive patent.

Though several versions of the pattern have been made in electroplate by virtually every major silverware manufacturer in the United States, Tiffany’s version was the only one to be crafted in sterling silver. English King has remained one of Tiffany’s most popular patterns and enjoys a great following.

Pieces are marked "Tiffany & Co. / Sterling / Pat. 1885 M"
Bears the date mark of John C. Moore, 1907-1947

Chest: 6 3/4" high x 31 1/2" wide x 30 3/8" deep

This flatware service contains:
24 luncheon knives
24 luncheon forks
12 entrée knives
12 fish knives
12 serrated fruit knives
12 tablespoons
12 butter knives
12 fish forks
12 entrée forks
12 gumbo spoons
12 teaspoons
12 oyster forks
12 sorbet forks
12 ice cream spoons
12 coffee spoons
12 pastry forks

Reference:
Tiffany Silver, 1978. Charles H. Carpenter, Jr. and Mary Grace Carpenter