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Wallace Flatware

Wallace Silversmiths Co. is one of America's oldest and most fabled producers of flatware. Robert Wallace founded the company in the early 19th century after an apprenticeship under the renowned spoonmaker Meriden Britannica Co. He purchased a rickety gristmill and began creating spoons exclusively, as this was his area of expertise.

One of the major early innovations for Wallace Silversmiths Co. happened while Robert was shopping in New York City and discovered a cutlery set by Dixon & Sons forged from a nickel alloy called German Silver. Wallace was greatly impressed by the luster and strength of the material and proceeded to buy the formula from the German chemist Dr. Louis Feuchtwanger for the then-enormous sum of $20.

With this new patent, Robert Wallace compounded the first German silver made in America. It would go on to enjoy great popularity throughout the United States. By the time Robert Wallace died in 1892, passing the company on to his sons, Wallace Silversmiths Co. had grown into the largest manufacturer of flatware in the world. As it was in the 19th century, Wallace flatware continues to be prized for its first-rate craftsmanship and excellent design.


Quick Facts

  • In 2011, Sotheby’s sold a Wallace Silversmiths Flatware service for $5,000
  • By the start of the 20th century, Wallace Silversmiths products were so popular that the factory used more than 1.5 tons of nickel silver each day
  • Sir Christopher, Rose Point, and Grand Baroque are three of Wallace’s most celebrated patterns of flatware

Recommended Items at Auction

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Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set (57 Pieces)
May 18, 6:00 PM EDT
Wallace Sterling Silver Flatware Set (57 Pieces)
by Caswell Prewitt Realty, INC
Est: $0- $0
$1,4009 Bids
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WALLACE GRAND BAROQUE STERLING FLATWARE SET TW 56.6 TROY OZ.
May 25, 3:00 PM PDT
WALLACE GRAND BAROQUE STERLING FLATWARE SET TW 56.6 TROY OZ.
by Midnight Sun Antique Auction
Est: $1,800- $2,200
$4253 Bids
A Wallace sterling silver "Violet" partial flatware service
May 20, 10:00 AM PDT
A Wallace sterling silver "Violet" partial flatware service
by John Moran Auctioneers
Est: $500- $700
$3002 Bids
A Wallace sterling silver "Rosepoint" flatware service
May 20, 10:00 AM PDT
A Wallace sterling silver "Rosepoint" flatware service
by John Moran Auctioneers
Est: $500- $700
$3002 Bids
A Wallace sterling silver Grand Colonial part flatware service for six, mid 20th century
May 21, 10:00 AM PDT
A Wallace sterling silver Grand Colonial part flatware service for six, mid 20th century
by Andrew Jones Auctions
Est: $600- $800
$1,0002 Bids
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WALLACE STERLING SILVER FLATWARE (29 PCS)
May 25, 3:00 PM PDT
WALLACE STERLING SILVER FLATWARE (29 PCS)
by Midnight Sun Antique Auction
Est: $700- $900
$4252 Bids
Ménagère modèle Sir Christopher Wallace Sterling, Etats-Unis, ar
May 14, 6:30 PM CEST
Ménagère modèle Sir Christopher Wallace Sterling, Etats-Unis, ar
by Geneve Encheres
Est: CHF3,000- CHF5,000
CHF2,4000 Bids
106 PC WALLACE ROSEPOINT STERLING SILVER FLATWARE SET
May 22, 11:00 AM EDT
106 PC WALLACE ROSEPOINT STERLING SILVER FLATWARE SET
by Cordier Auctions
Est: $2,000- $3,000
$1,0000 Bids
Sterling Silver, Silver Plate & Steel Serving Utensils, 7.97 Toz L 8" 11 PCS
May 15, 11:00 AM EDT
Sterling Silver, Silver Plate & Steel Serving Utensils, 7.97 Toz L 8" 11 PCS
by DuMouchelles
Est: $200- $400
$1000 Bids
Art Nouveau Parcel-Gilt Atlantis/Ailanthus Flatware
May 22, 12:00 PM EDT
Art Nouveau Parcel-Gilt Atlantis/Ailanthus Flatware
by Cottone Auctions
Est: $100- $200
$500 Bids
William S. Warren for Wallace Silversmiths, Grande Baroque flatware service
May 14, 11:00 AM CDT
William S. Warren for Wallace Silversmiths, Grande Baroque flatware service
by Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Est: $2,000- $3,000
$1,4000 Bids
William S. Warren for Wallace Silversmiths, Grande Baroque flatware service
May 14, 11:00 AM CDT
William S. Warren for Wallace Silversmiths, Grande Baroque flatware service
by Toomey & Co. Auctioneers
Est: $4,000- $6,000
$2,0000 Bids
Wallace Sterling Grand Baroque Flatware Set 124P
May 15, 12:00 PM EDT
Wallace Sterling Grand Baroque Flatware Set 124P
by Greenwich Auction
Est: $6,000- $8,000
$3,0000 Bids
Set 95pcs Wallace Grande Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 16 Plus 15 servers 128.2ozt
May 17, 12:00 PM EDT
Set 95pcs Wallace Grande Baroque Sterling Silver Flatware Service For 16 Plus 15 servers 128.2ozt
by Richard Stedman Estate Services LLC
Est: $3,000- $6,000
$1,5000 Bids
WALLACE STERLING FLATWARE SET, GRAND BAROQUE PATTERN.
May 28, 10:00 AM EDT
WALLACE STERLING FLATWARE SET, GRAND BAROQUE PATTERN.
by William Smith Auctions
Est: $3,000- $5,000
$1,5000 Bids
(73 pcs) Wallace Sterling Silver "Romance of the Sea" Flatware Collection
May 22, 11:00 AM EDT
(73 pcs) Wallace Sterling Silver "Romance of the Sea" Flatware Collection
by Akiba Galleries
Est: $500- $2,500
$250 Bids
Wallace Company Rose Point Sterling Flatware Set.
May 17, 11:00 AM EDT
Wallace Company Rose Point Sterling Flatware Set.
by Gulfcoast Coin and Jewelry
Est: $4,140- $4,250
$2,4000 Bids

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