By Carl Formby
Cutlery is the most essential part of tableware. Known as flatware (of which silverware is just a form) in the USA, it refers to any hand utensil used to serve and eat food in. It traditionally includes spoons, forks, and knives. In the US, it also includes plates, besides spoons, forks, and knives.
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by Prabakar
A wee bit about Lunt Sterling Silver Set on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts in the small town of Greenfield, Lunt Silversmiths was founded in 1882 by George C. Lunt and Anthony Towle with the goal of manufacturing the finest sterling tableware and giftware. In 1902 Mr. Lunt assumed full control of the company and it has remained in family hands since that time. Over the years Lunt has produced award-winning designs and built a reputation for unmatched workmanship and quality. Currently, Lunt manufactures over a thousand different items in our Greenfield facility, including the flatware pattern Embassy Scroll, chosen by the U.S. government as its official tableware in all U.S. embassies and consulates around the world.Lunt has a century-old reputation of producing exquisite sterling holloware and giftware from desk accessories to complete sterling silver tea sets. Lunt’s emphasis on traditional design and functionality makes its sterling holloware items not only beautiful additions to today’s homes, but also treasured heirlooms. Family commitment and pride in quality work continue to drive the company now led by the fourth and fifth generations of the Lunt family. Along with our Greenfield plant,
Lunt owns and operates another U.S. factory in western New York State making specialty scissors, and is the sole U.S. distributor of fine stainless steel tableware manufactured in France under the Couzon brand.
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by Shannon Medley
Sterling silver flatware can make a lovely and sophisticated addition to any table setting. Sterling silver is a timeless and simple beauty that is very common when setting a table, especially for special occasions. Sterling silver flatware, because it can be so valuable both in money and meaning, has to be taken care of in the right way. There are some methods of cleaning flatware that ensures it will maintain its beauty over the years.
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