Up for sale is a rare antique American Cutlery Company bone handle silverware set with decorative lead inlay accents, complete with matching knives and forks housed in the original wooden case with green fabric interior. This is a highly collectible and visually striking antique dining set.
The blades are clearly marked “American Cutlery Company”, confirming authentic U.S. manufacture and adding strong collectible appeal. Each piece features natural bone handles with riveted construction and geometric lead inlay detailing, paired with aged steel blades and fork tines.
Authentic American Cutlery Company set
Includes matching knives and forks (approx. 20+ pieces total)
Bone handles with decorative lead inlay ends
Original wooden storage case with fitted green lining
Knife length approx. 9–9.5 inches
Fork length approx. 7–7.5 inches
Classic antique American tableware design
This set is ideal for collectors, antique tableware enthusiasts, or vintage display use. Complete sets with original case and matching design are increasingly hard to find.
Condition: Pre-owned
Condition Notes:
• Authentic antique condition
• Visible tarnish, oxidation, and patina on metal surfaces
• Blades show staining, spotting, and age-related wear
• Bone handles show natural aging, discoloration, and variation in tone
• Minor hairline cracks may be present in some handles
• Lead inlay remains intact with expected wear
• Fork tines straight with normal wear
• Wooden case shows scratches, scuffs, and finish wear throughout
• Interior green fabric shows creasing, wear, and discoloration
• Hinges and latch appear functional
• No major structural damage observed
• May benefit from cleaning or polishing
• Sold as found
• Please review all photos carefully
ITEM SPECIFICS:
• Brand: American Cutlery Company
• Type: Flatware Set / Cutlery Set
• Antique: Yes
• Vintage: Yes
• Style: Traditional / American
• Material: Steel / Bone / Lead Inlay
• Color: Silver / Cream / Brown
• Finish: Aged / Tarnished
• Features: Bone Handles
• Features: Lead Inlay Detail
• Features: Riveted Construction
• Features: Marked Blades (“American Cutlery Company”)
• Features: Original Storage Case
• Number of Pieces: Approx. 20+ Pieces (see photos)
• Set Includes: Knives
• Set Includes: Forks
• Handle Material: Bone
• Blade Material: Steel
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
• Occasion: Dining / Display
• Theme: Antique / American Dining
• Handmade: No
• Item Length: Knives approx. 9–9.5 inches
• Item Length: Forks approx. 7–7.5 inches
• Item Width: Standard
• Item Height: Standard
• Item Weight: Heavy
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