Bidspirit auction | US Navy ”King’s Pattern” Flatware

US Navy ”King’s Pattern” Flatware Off Mess Mix x12 - King’s Pattern Flatware mixed grouping US Navy officers. 12 individual pieces in total [4 forks, 4 knives of two types, 4 spoons]. Pre-WWI era. Each is fabricated from silvered metal, magnetic, incorporating an ornate stylized ”shell” design on both sides of the handle, known as the King's pattern. All are marked with fouled anchor, except two [1 fork, 1 knife] that are marked with a nautical square-knot for Junior Officers. There are 4 dinner forks [8” long]; 4 Dinner spoons [7.25” long]; 2 Dinner knives [9.75” long]. 2 Dessert knives [8.25” long]. Even after all these years, they still look elegant and stunning. Please see photos.