Columbia by 1847 Rogers Silverplate Flatware and similar items

This exquisite and desirable pattern was designed for the Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893. The nations of the world joined with America to celebrate the 400th anniversary of Columbus' discovery of America. This beautiful and unique pattern features a stylized dolphin on the handles with a dragon-like tongue with the tail wrapping around the handles. Rare Columbia by 1847 Rogers Bros. silverplate flatware cutlery set, 104 pieces. This set includes: 12 Luncheon Knives, 8 3/4" 12 Luncheon Forks, 7 1/8" 12 Salad Forks, 5 7/8" 12 Teaspoons, 5 3/4" 12 Place Soup Spoons, 7 1/8" 12 Cocktail Forks, 5 3/8" 12 Demitasse Spoons, 4 3/8" 12 Grapefruit Spoons, 5 3/4" 1 Soup Ladle, 11 1/4" 1 Gravy Ladle, 7 1/4" 2 Serving Spoons, 8 1/8" 1 Sugar Spoon, shell, 5 7/8" 1 Flat Handle Master Butter, twist, 7 1/2" 1 Tomato Server, 7 1/2" 1 Sauce Ladle, 6 5/8" Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary. Overall good vintage condition with some surface scratches as expected with age and some blade and bowl imperfections (as shown). The pieces have varying monograms and some pieces are not monogrammed. This set will be lightly polished and sealed in plastic sleeves prior to shipping. Satisfaction guaranteed!