19th Century Fabrica de Toledo Spanish Damascene 14-Piece 6" Cake Fork Set

Elevate your dining experience with this exquisite 19th-century cake fork set from Fabrica de Toledo, crafted by the renowned fine jeweler and silversmith Spaulding & Co. of Chicago, Illinois. This prestigious company, known for importing European treasures to its American clientele shortly after the Civil War in 1888, adds a touch of history and elegance to your table.
Nestled securely for decades within a sumptuous felt-lined storage roll, this set comprises 14 beautifully designed Arabesque Gothic Grotesque embossed damascene metalwork forks, specifically crafted for serving cakes and pastries. 
Although much of the gilt surface—likely 14 karat gold leaf—has worn off the handles, the intricate embossed silver damascene metalwork over iron, along with what appears to be silver (possibly silver-plated) scalloped fork ends, remains in excellent condition. The inscription "FABcaDE TOLEDO" confirms their origin from Toledo, Spain, likely the Toledo Artillery Factory, which was known not