Towle Old Colonial Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12+ Rare serving pcs For Sale

This is an exceptional estate collection of Towle Old Colonial sterling silver flatware, one of the most iconic and sought-after American sterling silver patterns ever produced. Introduced in 1895, Towle’s Old Colonial pattern has remained a timeless classic for over 130 years. Its elegant Colonial Revival styling, delicate beaded borders, and shell motifs make it one of the most recognizable and desirable sterling patterns ever made. This impressive estate collection includes 94 pieces, including numerous rare serving pieces that are seldom found together in one set. Included Pieces:
13 Dinner Forks
24 Salad Forks
11 Dinner Knives
* Original sterling hollow handles
* Original Towle stainless blades
25 Teaspoons
11 Butter Spreaders Serving Pieces:
* 3 Cream Soup Spoons
* 1 Cold Meat Fork
* 1 Sauce Ladle
* 1 Jelly Server
* 1 Nut Spoon
* 1 Ice Cream Spoon
* 1 Tomato Server Sterling Silver Weight Sterling weight (excluding knives): 6.43125 pounds Approximately 102.9 troy ounces Approximately 2,917 grams The dinner knives add approximately 1.52 pounds, but as originally manufactured they feature sterling hollow handles with stainless steel blades and are therefore not included in the sterling weight. Condition :
This is a beautiful estate collection in very good antique condition.
* All sterling pieces are properly marked Towle Sterling
* Normal light surface scratches consistent with careful use and age
* No significant bends, repairs, or damage noted
* Only 1–2 teaspoons are monogrammed
* Beautiful natural patina that many collectors prefer, or the set can easily be polished to a brilliant finish Why This Set Is Special:
Many Old Colonial sets contain only standard place settings. This collection includes several desirable specialty serving pieces that collectors often spend years trying to locate individually, including the tomato server, ice cream spoon, jelly server, sauce ladle, cold meat fork, nut spoon, and cream soup spoons. Finding a complete estate service with these extras is becoming increasingly uncommon. Shipping:
This collection will be professionally packed with exceptional care. Each piece will be individually protected before being secured inside the original fitted storage chest. The chest will then be professionally double-boxed and fully insured for the full purchase price. Local pickup in Michigan is also welcome. A Timeless American Classic:
Towle Old Colonial has remained one of America’s most collected sterling silver patterns for more than a century. Whether purchased as an heirloom, investment-quality sterling, or for elegant entertaining, this remarkable collection represents an opportunity to acquire one of Towle’s finest patterns in an exceptionally complete estate grouping. Please review all photographs carefully, as they are considered part of the description. Feel free to contact me with any questions or requests for additional photos.