Fish fork 925 silver gold-plated Astra Classic

The fish fork from the Astra Classic collection is special cutlery for fish courses: 925 sterling silver, gold-plated, with the floral Astra ornament in niello technique on the base of the tines and the handle. The wide, flat shape with specially designed tines allows for stylish portioning and serving of fish without tearing it.

At a glance

• Material: 925 sterling silver, gold-plated
• Decoration: Niello ornament, Astra pattern
• Dimensions: L 179 mm × W 28 mm
• Weight: approx. 50 g
• Manufacturer: SevChern, Russia — Hallmarked
• Delivery: Gift box included

Material and workmanship

The fork head features four wide, straight tines made of solid gold-plated silver, complemented at the transition to the handle by a florally engraved field. On the handle itself sits a slender cartouche with the characteristic Astra ornament: deep engraving with niello filling, which creates a fine, dark contrast on the warm gold background. In the niello technique, a dark silver alloy is melted by hand into the engraved lines — permanently bonded with the metal, not a print. The fork is manufactured by SevChern in Veliky Ustyug, one of the traditional centers of Russian niello art. The Russian silver hallmark is present as a sign of authenticity.

Use and occasions

Fish forks have a distinct design: wider, flatter tines than a normal fork. This shape allows fish meat to be precisely separated from the bone without crushing it. For festive dinners with a fish course, it is a piece that distinguishes true table culture from improvised serving — its width of 28 mm also makes it suitable for larger pieces of fish. Beyond the classic fish course, the wide shape is also suitable for salads, antipasti, or cold appetizers.

As a gift, the fish fork is suitable for weddings, milestone birthdays, or as an addition for hosts who already own silver cutlery. If you want to assemble a complete fish cutlery set, a table knife from the same collection with the same decoration and proportions is included — for dessert, the set can be supplemented with a dessert knife, and for a complete meal, with a dinner fork and dinner spoon from the Astra Classic collection.

Engraving and SilberVerse Card

Upon request, we include a personal SilberVerse card in photo format (15 × 10 cm landscape) — individually designed, suitable for the occasion, and currently free of charge. It can also serve as your own personal message with the gift, even without engraving.

Care

Clean the fish fork by hand with warm water and mild dish soap, then polish dry immediately. Dishwashers are unsuitable — they will permanently damage the gilding and niello inlay. A soft silver polishing cloth will maintain the shine and contrast of the pattern.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a fish fork and a regular fork?

Fish forks have wider, flatter tines and are designed for gently portioning fish meat. A regular dinner fork has narrower, sharper tines.

Is the fish fork also suitable for other dishes?

Yes, the wide shape is equally suitable for salads, antipasti, and cold appetizers.

Does the fish fork match the Astra Classic table knife?

Yes, all pieces in the Astra Classic collection share the same design and can be combined as desired.

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