Set of twelve French silver plated antique knives

An exquisite set of twelve French silver plated antique knives consisting of 6 salad/starter knives and 6 main course knives. 

The knives are in very good condition with minor surface scratches and signs of wear. They are fully marked on the handle and on the blade. The handles are silver plate and the blades are made of stainless steel by French manufacturer Apollonox, most likely dating to the mid 1900s. Apollo, Societe De Coutellerie et D’orfevrerie, was a French cutlery company established in 1796, at 31 Rue Pastourelle, Paris. In the 1940s they started using stainless steel for their cutlery production after developing the side brand Apollonox.

The perfect addition to any table setting these knives showcase wonderful craftsmanship and design.

Origin - France

Material - Silver Plate with stainless steel blades

Approximate Dimensions: 21 cm (salad/starter) and 25 cm (main course)

Approximate weight: 870 grams (as a full set)

They come packed in a protective dust bag.

Please be aware, when buying one of our vintage pieces, you are purchasing a unique item that may display some signs of wear or imperfections. We believe this makes it even more special and covetable; it tells a story and holds memories. Whilst we do our best to find pieces that are of exceptional quality, there might still be some flaws or imperfections due to age. Please click and zoom in on each photo to check the actual condition. If you still have questions about the item, then please get in touch and we will do our best to answer your questions before making your purchase.