Powered by Frooition COMPLETE FLATWARE SET HOSTESS HELPERS HOLLOWWARE / TEA SETS MUSEUM QUALITY/FIGURAL SILVER FINE ESTATE VINTAGE JEWELRY MID-CENTURY MODERN SILVER FLATWARE SILVERWARE PLACE SETTINGS Shop Categories COMPLETE FLATWARE SETHOSTESS HELPERSHOLLOWWARE / TEA SETSMUSEUM QUALITY/FIGURAL SILVERFINE ESTATE VINTAGE JEWELRYMID-CENTURY MODERNSILVER FLATWARE SILVERWAREBuccellatiChristofleGeorg JensenNew Georg Jensen HollowwareNew Georg Jensen JewelryGorhamInternationalLuntMichael Aram - NewReed BartonTiffany Co.TowleWallaceWhitingPLACE SETTINGS Helpful Links Add to Favorite Sellers Sign up to Newsletter View Feedback Contact Seller Visit seller's Shop About Seller Page Knickerbocker Etched by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Multi-motif Item Description Knickerbocker Etched was introduced by Gorham in the year 1870. The design is Japanese-style multi-motif flora that is acid etched, then the fine detail in the leaves and flowers are hand engraved. The design wraps from the front to the back of the pieces. This pattern is reminiscent of Tiffany's acid etched Lap-Over Edge. There are very few multi-motif patterns that are acid etched (only the two patterns, to the best of our knowledge). Included is a copy of Bill Hood's wonderful 7-page article on Knickerbocker Etched from "Silver Studies 2012" (London, England). Superb scarce "Knickerbocker Etched" by Gorham circa 1870 sterling silver Flatware set - 101 pieces. This rare multi-motif service features different all-over floral detailing, in relief. This service is presented in a massive vintage chest and includes: 8 Dinner Size Knives, 9 1/2"-10" (some blade imperfections, as expected with age) 12 Dinner Size Forks w/daffodils, 7 3/4" 12 Luncheon Knives, 8 3/4" 12 Luncheon/Dessert Forks w/morning glories, 7" 12 Teaspoons w/poppies, 5 7/8" 12 Dinner Spoons w/irises, 8 5/8" 5 Place Soup Spoons, 7 1/4" 6 Cocktail Forks, 6 1/8" 6 Fish Forks with acid etched fish above the tines, 7" 8 Coffee Spoons, gold-washed, lily of the valley, 5" 1 Pie Server all-sterling, acid etched flowers on blade, 8 1/4" 1 Fish Serving Fork with fish above tines, 9" 1 Sugar Tong, 5" 1 Yoked Asparagus Tong (no pin), 9 3/4" 1 Roast Carving Set, 2-pc, 14" 10 1/2" (wear to steel blade/tines, as expected with age) Includes massive BONUS vintage (re-lined) storage chest with 3 drawers. The chest is in excellent condition and weighs over 50 lbs. · This set is in excellent vintage condition (some imperfections on the knife blades, as expected with age), with varying monograms. This set will be lightly polished and sealed in individual plastic sleeves prior to shipping. This is a rare opportunity! 100% Satisfaction guaranteed! About Us About Us Payment Shipping Terms Sales Tax Returns About Us Family Owned Operated We have been a family owned and operated sterling silver fine jewelry business for over 50 years and we have been selling for over 10 years. Customer service is the foundation of all that we do. Our business is based on old fashioned values - honesty and integrity, and all of our items are backed by our money back guarantee. We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to earn your business. Personal Service A variety of services is just a moment away. Whether you desire assistance with a silver or jewelry purchase, choosing a gift for a loved one, identifying a pattern, or even selling your silver - we hope to be your trusted source. Enjoy your visit! Payment Payment Payment is due within 3 days of purchase. We accept payment by: Paypal and all major credit cards. Shipping Shipping SHIPPING We take great care packaging every item to ensure safe shipment to you. Shipping is free in the Continental US. Once your order has been processed and we have received cleared payment, your item will be dispatched as soon as possible. DOMESTIC SHIPPING: Domestic shipping is FREE on most items (see the listing for details). Free shipping does not include insurance. Contact us prior to making payment if you would like us to provide you with an insurance quote. Signature is required on all orders over $750. INTERNATIONAL ORDERS: It is our pleasure to work daily with clients around the globe. We ship international orders through's Global Shipping program. Customs: Each International order will be declared for the full value. Terms Sales Tax Terms Sales Tax TERMS CONDITIONS We guarantee that the goods are as described in the above listing. We pride ourselves on our customer service. In the rare event that you have a problem with your item please contact us and we will be happy to help. International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and shipping charges are the buyer's responsibility. US SALES TAX: The United States Supreme Court's recent ruling in South Dakota vs. Wayfair subjects most remote and online retail purchases to sales tax. Due to these new sales tax laws for online purchases, we are required to collect sales tax on orders to most states. PLEASE NOTE NOW IS REQUIRED TO CHARGE SALES TAX FOR MOST STATES. If you have a sales tax exemption or resale certificate, this must be registered and approved by the marketplace. We are unable to remove sales tax for orders where the marketplace collects and remits the tax. In this case, buyers must apply for sales tax exemption directly with prior to making purchase. In a rare instance of a typographical error on price or in a description, we reserve the right to cancel and refund your order. Similarly, if an item is not available due to a stock discrepancy, we will refund your order. Any item returned or unclaimed after our stated return policy will incur a 30% restocking fee. Returns Returns Please see the details in the listing for information on our return policy. You can feel confident that what you purchase is backed up by our guarantee and your complete satisfaction is our goal. Please contact us before leaving feedback and we will work with you to resolve any issues. How do I return my product? Please contact us through messages or's automated returns system. 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