Hi Jobie,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Wallace Silversmiths, originally R. Wallace & Sons, is one of America’s oldest and most respected silverware manufacturers.Founded in 1835 in Connecticut by Robert Wallace, who initially crafted spoons from German (nickel) silver in a small gristmill on the Quinnipiac River.
Early partnership and name changes included Wallace & Co., Wallace Simpson & Co., and in 1871, R. Wallace & Sons Manufacturing Co. In 1875, the Wallace Brothers Silver Company was established, eventually merging back into the main firm in 1879.

Wallace Silversmiths introduced the Stradivari pattern in 1975. It is a sterling silver flatware pattern known for its graceful, flowing lines and elegant simplicity—named after the famed Stradivari violin makers, to evoke a sense of classical artistry and craftsmanship.

When other Stradivari sterling silver flatware sets come to auction, they usually average $15-$20 per piece.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage 84-piece Wallace Silversmiths sterling silver flatware set
In the Stradivari pattern, circa 1975, comprising:
12 dinner knives
12 dinner forks
12 salad forks
12 butter spreaders
12 soup spoons
24 dessert spoons
In a lined and divided flatware chest measuring 4 inches high by 16-3/8 inches wide by 12 inches deep
CONDITION: This service appears to be in good condition;
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$ 1,300-1,700*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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~ Delia