A correct Victorian table was thoughtfully composed of a myriad of distinct serving and cutlery pieces, including asparagus servers, bon-bon spoons and tongs, lettuce forks, fish slicers, butter picks, berry and bacon forks, cheese scoops, cucumber servers, and a host of spoons—salt, demitasse, egg, bouillon, cream soup, grapefruit, and orange—the list goes on and on!

From Victorian England, we are so pleased to offer this magnificent Fruit Serving Set. With exquisite details throughout, this set will be a sparkling addition to your table. In its original presentation box with its opulent olive green lining, the set includes a pair of dramatic fruit serving spoons with delicate engravings and an exceptional pair of grape shears. Made with exacting craftsmanship by the long-shuttered Victorian-era silversmiths Ainsworth, Taylor & Co., this is an heirloom set that will be a centerpiece in any setting.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. Box measures 11"W x 7.75"L. Serving Spoons measure 9.25" in length, Grape Shears 7.25".

Learn More About Fruit Serving Spoons

These sparkling tabletop treasures were used for serving fresh fruit (think ripe, red strawberries with heavy cream!) and would have been found on any well-laid Victorian table.

The bowls of the spoons are all intricately embossed or engraved with an abundant assortment of details including flowers and fruits, while the handles of the spoons vary in patterns - from classic to lavishly ornate, to compliment the cutlery services of their era. Often the bowls of spoons were gold washed to protect the silver against the acid in fruits.

A wonderful addition to your silver collection, let them beautify your breakfast table, then bring them back out after dinner to dip into meringues, sorbets, and ice cream!

Learn More About Grape Shears

Specifically designed for elegantly cutting grape stalks at the table, the handles are longer than the blades, so that one could insert the blades deeply into a cluster of grapes. The tips of the shears were purposefully blunt, so that they won't puncture the fruit. The patterns of grape shears varied widely, from lush Victorian fantasy designs, to detailed grapevine motifs to classic patterns that would complement the rest of a cutlery set.

Grape shears may be an antiquated idea for some - but they are as practical as ever, with grapes being a classic accompaniment to cheese. Adding a pair of decorative grape shears to a cheese or charcuterie board along with a cluster of grapes is sure to be a detail that will not go unnoticed!