This sterling silver 56 piece bead cutlery set speaks classic elegance. Serving 8 people, this cutlery set includes; 8 starter knives, 8 starter forks, 8 table knives, 8 table forks, 8 dessert spoons, 8 dessert forks and 8 tea spoons. The bead design, originally created by Hester Bateman, a leading English lady silversmith, features a simple beaded border in a neo-classical style which originated from the popularity of bead jewellery during the latter half of the 18th Century. All pieces carry the authentic Mappin & Webb hallmark, a symbol of our quality and excellence in cutlery since 1775.