Set of 18 Community Plate "Hampton Court (Coronation)" Knives

This auction is for a lot of 18 knives.   All the knives are top quality silver plate handles with stainless steel blades.  Half of the knives are marked with the "Community" plate marking and half are marked with the other marking pictured below (which is the mark for the "Oneida" -- the company which made community plate. The handles are all the same "Hampton Court "design.

There are 8 larger knives -- 21.5cm long. 4 of the knives are marked "Community" and the other four are marked with the "Oneida"

The 10 smaller knives are each 20cm long -- half are marked as "Community" and the other half with the "Oneida" logo.

 All appear to be in good condition. 

More info on the style of these knives (from ebay):

Coronation (also known as Hampton Court in the UK and Australia) Community Plate by Oneida, Ltd. was first introduced in 1936 in honor of the Coronation of Edward VIII who ascended the throne in January1936.  However, he abdicated the throne in December 1936 when he chose to marry Wallis Simpson, an American socialite and twice divorced woman, in lieu of remaining king.  This could be the reason this aristocratic and enchanting vintage (semi-antique) silverware pattern is known as Hampton Court in the UK and Australia.

The history associated with the design and exquisite detail and craftsmanship, worthy of honoring a man who chose the love of a woman over his birthright as king, is quite rare for most silverware collections.  Coronation (Hampton Court) silverplate pattern's refined aristocratic style can enhance even the most modest dining experience.  It is elegant enough for formal entertaining, ageless in its appeal and appropriate for both modern and heirloom table settings.