{"product_id":"cutlery-cooper-brothers-fiddle-back-plated-set-of-8","title":"Cutlery: Cooper Brothers Fiddle-Back Plated Set, 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Cooper Brothers \u0026amp; Sons Silver-Plated Old English Fiddle-Back Cutlery — Set of 8.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rare and highly collectible 8-piece vintage silver-plated cutlery set with unique historical pedigree. This curated table setting features six dinner forks and two large deep-bowled serving spoons, all styled in the timeless Old English Fiddle-back pattern with a distinct heart-tail silhouette at the handle tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reverse sides carry exceptional dual manufacturing stamps — the Cooper Brothers \u0026amp; Sons maker mark alongside a bold recessed historical mark confirming electroplating during the Union of South Africa era (1910–1961). The metal displays a gorgeous heavy natural silver oxidation patina with unmistakable antique character, easily buffed to a mirror-shine if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Intended Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elegant high-end residential table service for main courses and accompanying side dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate Suggested Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e A high-end display set for a vintage cutlery canteen, food styling photography props, or a distinctive serving set for boutique guest houses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shift2ThriftVintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45988933337286,"sku":"Listing 157-May2025","price":750.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/2163\/2198\/files\/VintageDinnerware6Forks2Spoons01.webp?v=1782704283","url":"https:\/\/shift2thriftvintage.co.za\/products\/cutlery-cooper-brothers-fiddle-back-plated-set-of-8","provider":"Shift2ThriftVintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}