Whiting 95 Troy Oz Sterling Silver “Victoria-Florence” Service for 12, 80 Pieces View Watchlist >
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Whiting 95 Troy Oz Sterling Silver “Victoria-Florence” Service for 12, 80 Pieces
This impressive 80-piece sterling silver flatware service was produced by the Frank Whiting Company circa 1905 in their elegant “Victoria-Florence” pattern. A richly detailed design of scrolling rocaille and fluted edges, the pattern reflects the ornate American Edwardian style at its peak. Each piece is marked “Sterling” and bears Whiting’s hallmark—an encircled “W.”
Frank Whiting, a descendant of the Whiting family of Massachusetts silversmiths, founded the company in 1866. Their precision-crafted sterling gained national popularity, ultimately leading to the firm’s acquisition by Gorham Manufacturing Co. in 1926—one of the most respected names in American silver.
This matched set provides service for twelve, plus a full range of serving pieces. All are crafted in solid .925 sterling silver, except for the hollow-handle butter knives and carving implements, which include standard internal steel elements. No monograms are present, making the set highly versatile for display, daily use, or gifting.
Set Contents (80 Pieces):
- (12) Dinner Forks – 6.75", 663.1 g
- (12) Salad Forks – 6.25", 528.6 g
- (12) Cream Soup Spoons – 6", 469.2 g
- (12) Teaspoons – 6", 432.2 g
- (12) Butter Spreaders (solid silver) – 5.75", 398.6 g
- (5) Solid Sterling Serving Pieces – 245.9 g:
- Pierced Serving Spoon
- Cold Meat Fork
- Ladle
- Serving Spoon
- Blunt-End Cheese Knife
- (12) Hollow-Handle Butter Knives – 8.75", Est. 0.5 ozt each* ~6 ozt*
- (3) Hollow-Handle Serving Pieces – Est. 0.5 ozt each* ~1.5 ozt*
- Cake Server
- Carving Knife
- Meat Fork
*Hollow-handle weights estimated using the industry standard of 0.5 troy ounces of sterling silver per handle.
Silver Content & Estimated Value
As of July 6, 2025 – Spot Silver Price: $36.93/ozt
| Item | Qty | Troy Oz | Value @ $36.93/ozt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dinner Forks | 12 | 21.32 | $787.32 |
| Salad Forks | 12 | 16.99 | $627.62 |
| Cream Soup Spoons | 12 | 15.09 | $557.09 |
| Teaspoons | 12 | 13.90 | $513.16 |
| Butter Spreaders | 12 | 12.82 | $473.27 |
| Butter Knives (Hollow) | 12 | 6.00* | $221.58 |
| Serving Pieces (Solid) | 5 | 7.90 | $291.75 |
| Serving Pieces (Hollow) | 3 | 1.50* | $55.40 |
| Total | 80 | 95.51 | $3,541.88 |
*Hollow-handle weights are estimated at 0.5 troy ounces of sterling silver per piece.
Condition:
Good overall condition with light surface wear and visible tarnish consistent with age. Knife blades are secure; no dents or warping. There are no monograms. We'll leave the polishing to you.
A superb and complete American sterling flatware set with refined Rococo detail and investment-grade silver weight—perfect for the collector, entertainer, or discerning host.
A note from James:
Silver Market Context & Investment Note
As of July 2025, the spot price of silver is approximately $36.93 per troy ounce. For comparison, the price hovered near $18 per ounce in early 2020, marking a sustained increase of over 100% in five years. This upward movement reflects silver’s continued role as a hedge during inflationary or uncertain periods.
