While Birks made the Pompadour pattern for many many years, I believe these date from approx the 1960s based on the estate that I got them from.
I believe the wood to be Olive wood. My deduction for olive is based on both research and my cats going somewhat mental over them - cats have a thing for olive wood. Who knew!? There are no monograms to the sterling. They show some wear appropriate to age and use, most notable is one of the tines of the fork has a small chip however this will not at all impact use. I have taken that into consideration in pricing. They measure approx 9 7/8” long.
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Product code: Birks selling Pompadour Sterling Silver Handle and Wood Salad Fork and Spoon Set