{"product_id":"french-escargot-or-snail-forks-boxed-set-of-12-flatware","title":"French Escargot or Snail Forks | Boxed Set of 12 Flatware","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eBring the elegance of a traditional French table to your entertaining with this complete set of twelve antique French silver-plated escargot forks, presented in their original fitted case. Each fork features the refined Torch and Arrow pattern, a timeless Louis XVI-inspired design that complements both formal and relaxed table settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003ePerfect for the escargot devotee, the Francophile, or anyone who appreciates the romance of French table culture, this charming set brings a touch of old-world Parisian elegance to the modern table.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHallmarks \u0026amp; Provenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eFrench silver plate. The forks are marked SFAM (Société Française d’Alliages et Métaux), one of France’s respected silverplate manufacturers. The 12g stamp indicates the silver plating weight used for a dozen pieces, a common French quality designation for silverplate of the period. SFAM was founded in the late 19th century and became well known for producing quality French silver-plated tableware.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Dimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e c. 1900\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Set of 12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e6\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green leatherette presentation box\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eItem ID:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12622\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eOverall very good vintage condition. Normal surface wear in accordance with age and use. The case is serviceable with the outside showing wear and lost of leatherette.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eComplimentary shipping within the US via USPS Priority Mail; 1–2 day ship time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(128, 128, 128);\"\u003eReduced international shipping rates; 2–3 day packing time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"43 Chesapeake Court Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45577626452015,"sku":null,"price":289.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0231\/6802\/4623\/files\/12escargotforks.jpg?v=1783538542","url":"https:\/\/www.43chesapeakecourt.com\/products\/french-escargot-or-snail-forks-boxed-set-of-12-flatware","provider":"43 Chesapeake Court","version":"1.0","type":"link"}