engraved with initial D, comprising:
18 dinner knives
18 dinner forks
18 lunch knives
18 lunch forks
12 fish knives
10 fish forks
16 butter spreaders
18 salad forks
18 cocktail forks
12 ice cream forks
11 teaspoons
24 dessert spoons
18 soup spoons
12 bouillon spoons
12 coffee spoons
12 iced tea spoons
1 gravy ladle
3 cream ladles
1 ice cream slice
1 pastry server
3 nut picks
2 butter pics
2 petit fours servers
260 pieces

some knives with later blades, wear from use, overall good
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.