AN AMERICAN SILVER FLATWARE SERVICE, SHREVE & CO., SAN FRANCISCO, CA, CIRCA 1909 |

the spot-hammered handles applied with Gothic initial D, comprising:12 dinner knives12 dinner fork12 lunch knives12 lunch forks12 butter spreaders, engraved 190912 salad forks12 terrapin forks11 small teaspoons10 large teaspoons11 dessert spoons12 soup spoons11 bouillon spoons10 coffee spoons3 tablespoons3-piece carving set2 salad servers1 serving spoon158 pieces, in original fitted wood case with brass plaque initialed D

the lunch knife blades thinning and plating worn off at edges; some dinner knives with denting to blade edges and two with minor solder repairs where blades meet handles; set in overall good condition with light surface wear from use; the wood case with surface scratches and wear
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.