Towle Grand Duchess Sterling Silverware
Step into an era of grandeur with Towle's Grand Duchess Sterling Silverware - a tangible ode to opulence from the moment it graced the dining scene in 1973. Crafted from .925 sterling silver, each piece glistens with a meticulous mirror finish that's both a testament to its extraordinary quality and an invitation to the past. The intricate handles are more than simply ornamental; their soft tapering enshrouds a history of craft, with rosettes and scrollwork that harken back to the vanities of ancient royalty. Wonderfully detailed, the pierced handles are not only a nod to the era's design but ensure the flatware is as practical as it is glamorous.
This pattern is now considered "Made to Order". Please allow 4-6 weeks for Place/Dinner settings to be delivered and up to 6 months if ordering Open Stock or other pieces that are not currently in stock.
Additional Details
- Weight (5pc)
- Metal Finish Shiny / Mirror
- Metal Grade .925 Sterling Silver
- Pattern Type Floral / Unique
- Blade Type
- Use and Care
- Manufacturer Towle
- Pattern Prefix T102
4pc Place Setting Includes:
- Salad Fork
- Place Fork
- Place Knife, HH
- Teaspoon
5pc Place Setting Includes:
- Items in 4pc setting
- Oval Soup Spoon
20pc Starter Set Includes:
- (4) 4pc Place Settings
- Butter Knife HH
- Cold Meat Fork
- Serving Spoon
- Sugar Spoon
46pc Place Setting Includes:
- (8) 5pc Place Settings
- (1) 6pc Hostess Set
66pc Place Setting Includes:
- (12) 5pc Place Settings
- (1) 6pc Hostess Set
6pc Hostess Set Includes:
- Butter Knife HH
- Cold Meat Fork
- Pie Server HH
- Pierced Serving Spoon
- Serving Spoon
- Sugar Spoon
What does "HH" mean?
HH stands for "Hollow Handle", which means that the item has been made with a hollow sterling silver handle, and a stainless steel utensil has been inserted into it. Generally, the dinner knife handle is used for serving pieces, and a smaller version is used for the Butter Knife and Butter Spreader.
Notice for California Residents
PROP 65 WARNING
Consuming foods or beverages that have been kept or served in leaded crystal products or handling products made of leaded crystal will expose you to lead – a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Proposition 65, which became law in the State of California 1992, instituted standards that are more stringent than the Federal Drug Administration standards for lead ingestion.
Any questions about this warning may be sent to mail@silversuperstore.com, or by calling toll-free, 1-800-426-3057.
Notice for California Residents
PROP 65 WARNING
The particular pattern of dishes used here will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Proposition 65, which became law in the State of California 1992, instituted standards that are more stringent than the Federal Drug Administration standards for lead ingestion.
Any questions about this warning may be sent to mail@silversuperstore.com, or by calling toll-free, 1-800-426-3057.
Notice for California Residents
PROP. 65 WARNING
Use of certain ceramic and crystal tableware for sale on this Web site will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Proposition 65, which became law in the State of California 1992, instituted standards that are more stringent than the FDA standards for lead ingestion.
Any questions about this warning may be sent to mail@silversuperstore.com, or by calling toll-free, 1-800-426-3057.
What is .925 Sterling Silver?
The Short Answer:
Sterling silver consists of at least 92.5 percent silver and 7.5% percent of other metals like copper, nickel, or both. The reason for this is Pure Silver or Fine Silver, is very soft and very malleable making it easy to damage or bend. Other metal alloys like copper or nickel are added to the silver to make a more durable piece.
All items sold by Silver Superstore as “Sterling Silver” contain at least 92.5% percent Silver and are stamped with either “.925”, “Sterling Silver”, or both.
Sterling 365 Flatware Chest
What does " w/stamp " mean?
As of April 2022, Fortessa is no longer stamping their logo in their flatware pieces. We do have some stock left of the stamped versions. If you are looking to match your older, stamped, pieces you will want to select the pieces denoted with “w/stamp”.
Flatware Weights - Comparison Guide
It can be difficult to compare the weights of different patterns, so we've created a handy scale for you.
