Vintage 1950s Dirilyte Flatware Regal Pattern Dinner Forks - Set of 4

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VINTAGE * 1950 * DIRILYTE * FLATWARE * REGAL PATTERN *
4 DINNER FORKS SALAD FORKS * SCRIPT * 7 … Read more VINTAGE * 1950 * DIRILYTE * FLATWARE * REGAL PATTERN *
4 DINNER FORKS SALAD FORKS * SCRIPT * 7 5/8” LONG* FOR A GOLDEN TABLE SETTING * RARE * HISTORIC * NO LONGER MADE * EXCELLENT CONDITION *

“All that glitters, is not gold”, it’s Dirilyte! ! "Sunshine on Your Table" was Dirilyte’s very apt marketing phrase! The polished finish is stunning! Dirilyte was always a luxury item as being very luxe and shimmering! For Sunshine in the morning or at dinner, you'll enjoy this set every time you use it.

Harder than stainless steel, more durable, Dirilyte, formerly named, Dirigold, is a metal alloy composed primarily of bronze. NOT PLATED, the flatware holds the color throughout the entire piece. The finish will never wear off because the shine is in the entire piece. With a graceful design, comfortable weight and balance, Dirilyte made classic, timeless flatware that will last throughout generations. As one writer mentioned about china ware, Dirilyte would go especially well with the any patterns that include gold in the trim or elsewhere in the pattern!

From another anonymous seller: “I've seen more than my fair share of elegant flatware. Dirilyte is my personal favorite service for its stunning luxuriousness and lasting nature. I know it will go to my family's future generations just as beautiful as it is for me. I hope this set will become a favored heirloom for your family as well.”

Condition:
Excellent! Some light scratches consistent with light use and age. Each piece has been gently restored to it's original luster. Compare the shimmer against other non-polished Dirilyte listings and you'll see the difference!

Care:
Hand-wash in warm water with mild detergent and dry with soft cloth. Avoid Castille soaps as they tend to leave water marks. They will retain their re-found luster for years to come.
The flatware/dishware can become dulled over time, oxidizing and turning a darker color due to the bronze content. A brass cleaner is one choice for removing the oxidation and finding the warm bright gold tone underneath. Dirilyte makes its own cleaner. After many hours of cleaning and trying every cleaner available, I can also suggest a non toxic very easy to use alternative that works! Once cleaned, it keeps very well in a tarnish proof lined storage box.

Identification:
To correctly identify your flatware as Dirilyte and ‘not an imposter’, please look for its mark on the back of the flatware and on the bottom of dishware. This appears in several ways: Dirilyte written in script; the name Dirilyte in combination with a clover leaf; Dirilyte embossed, stamped in bold capital print; and sometimes, just the clover leaf alone may appear independent of the name.

Patterns:
The flatware was made in several patterns: Regal, Empress, Tuscany --Tropical Star and Florentina.

History:
An interesting past, Dirilyte was developed by a Swedish metallurgist, Carl Molin, in 1914! Brought to the World’s Fair in New York City, it received immediate international acceptance, appeal and praise. He returned to Sweden to produce and deliver the items that had been sold. At this time, Mr. Molin was joined by Mr. Oscar Von Malmborg in the production and distribution of the line.

In 1923, the Gohlenburg Exposition was held. During that exposition a large amount of Dirigold was sold. At the conclusion of this Swedish fair, both men were approached by Swedish-Americans visiting the fair who proposed that Dirigold be brought to America to further their new enterprise.

In 1924, a selling company was formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota
by Mr. Von Malmborg. Mr. Molin continued to operate the manufacturing
plant in Sweden. After some time, it was decided to manufacture the new golden-hued flatware and hollowware in the United States. A building was secured in Kokomo, Indiana where the manufacturing organization was moved. This operation was under the supervision of Mr. Molin. He brought six men and their families with him from Sweden and from this beginning others were trained and the plant enlarged.

The years 1926 through 1930 were spent in the development of the
American manufacturing plan and its refinement. Great strides were made.
In 1929 the tragedy of the Great Depression began to erode this young
corporation, and in 1930 it was forced to enter into Receivership.

In 1935 the Federal Trade Commission brought suit against the
company, charging that the name "Dirigold" was misleading to the public
because the alloy did not contain any gold. As a result, the company was
forced to change the product name. It was decided to change the corporate
name as well as the product name, the new name coined was DIRILYTE.

Made in the United States from 1936 until 1986, the factory finally shut down and is no longer in production of flatware. Dirilyte flatware and dishware are only available for purchase from the internet, estate sales, antique shops and replacement services.

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