Designed exclusively for Ginkgo International by Wes Helmick. In the 15th and 16th century in the colonial period, the silver tableware was made from silver coins, since the United States did not have any silver mines at this time. The coins were melted down, shaped, and hammered to their final form. Lafayette is a beautiful rendition of the hand hammered flatware of the colonial period. If a rustic, hammered look is what you’re going for, look no further than Lafayette style flatware by Ginkgo! Lafayette’s handle is bell-shaped. This 30-piece place setting includes six each of the following: dinner knife; dinner fork; salad fork; soup spoon; teaspoon. Made of 18/0 stainless steel and will not rust or tarnish. Stainless steel is extremely easy to care for and is dishwasher safe. Avoid prolonged exposure to water or acidic foods to prevent spotting. Family-owned and operated since 1977, Ginkgo International designs quality products and aims to offer consumers the highest quality flatware and cutlery products at the best possible value. Ginkgo. Made for your life.