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Lot 352

96-Piece Gorham “Fairfax” Sterling Flatware Service, 92 Troy Ounces

Estimate: $2,500 - $5,000
Starting Bid
$1,200

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000

96-piece sterling silver flatware service by Gorham in the “Fairfax” pattern. Introduced in 1910, Fairfax is one of Gorham’s best-known twentieth-century flatware patterns. The service bears Gorham sterling hallmarks and weighs approximately 92 troy ounces of sterling silver, exclusive of stainless knife blades. The service includes 12 dinner knives, 12 butter knives, 12 soup spoons, 12 salad forks, 12 luncheon forks, 12 dinner forks, 12 teaspoons, and 12 dessert spoons, totaling 96 pieces.

 

Dimensions: Service of 96 pieces; various sizes. Weight: Approximately 92 troy ounces (excluding stainless knife blades).

 

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Condition

Overall very good condition with light surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use. Attractive, even patina throughout. No significant damage or repairs observed.

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By direct family descent through a Sacramento, California family and deaccessioned after nearly 100 years of ownership.