Art Deco Black Starr Frost 462gr Sterling Silver Reticulated Handled Tray

This is a lovely group of 4 fancy International Sterling Silver, Frontenac tablespoons or table serving spoons with a deeply recessed lily on top. They are marked sterling in a fancy box along with the International Hallmark, PAT for Patented and letter A maker. This is an older with older marking and heavier weight than modern production. Having been made since 1903 this is an everlasting and popular design pattern; very desirable over 100 years. There is minor age wear, light surface scratches. Other than this, condition is excellent, gently used.  No dents or dings or deep scratches or tears or gauges etc....All are from one estate. They were never altered or repaired. Never monogrammed or inscribed. Nor is there any monogram removal. Completely original. Size of each is 7 1/8" long. Combined weight of all 4 is 193.3 grams. In an ever popular pattern by a well-known maker this is a beautiful group of sterling silver tablespoons for your formal dining table or flatware set. International was one of the dominant dominant forces in the US silver market for over 100 years.