Vintage Reed & Barton Pompeian Hotel Plate Silverware Set Marlin 83 Piece Set For Sale

Up for sale is an incredibly rare, beautiful 83-piece vintage silverplated flatware service for 12 by the legendary historic American maker Reed & Barton. This collection is built on the elegant, geometric Art Deco "Pompeian" pattern, which was first introduced in 1930. What makes this specific set highly collectible is the custom, factory-stamped leaping marlin/sailfish crest on the face of each handle tip. This commercial-grade, heavy-duty "Hotel Plate" was custom-commissioned for an exclusive 1930s coastal resort, yacht club, or maritime sporting estate—making it a phenomenal find for big-game fishing enthusiasts, nautical history buffs, or silver pattern collectors.Exact Set Breakdown (83 Pieces Total):
- 12 Dinner Knives (approx. 9.5")
- 12 Dinner Forks (Big)
- 12 Salad/Dessert Forks (Small)
- 12 Tablespoons / Place Spoons (Big)
- 12 Soup/Dessert Spoons (Medium)
- 12 Teaspoons (Small)
- 11 Master Butter Knives / SpreadersCondition Report:This estate set is in very good vintage condition, especially considering its commercial hospitality history.
Plating: The silver finish is bright and mostly intact with beautiful reflective mirror qualities.
Wear: Pieces show normal micro-scratching, minor scuffing, and minimal surface wear consistent with age and gentle use. There are a few very minor spots of light silver wear ("bleeding") at high-friction points, typical for authentic 1930s hotel plate.
Blades: Knife handles are structurally sound and tight to the blades.
Stamps: Clearly marked on the back with the crisp text blocks: REED & BARTON and PAT. APP'D FOR.Please note: This listing is for the 83 loose flatware pieces only; a storage chest/case is not included.Shipping & Handling:The entire set will be meticulously hand-wrapped, padded, and packed securely to ensure safe transit. Ships promptly from a smoke-free home with tracking and insurance.