"The rose pattern has its origins in Germany in the 19th century. The silver pattern was chiseled by hand at the time. Rose silver is one of the great patterns of the time in Norway, and was given as a gift from the Norwegian people to King Haakon in 1906. The item is quality checked , cleaned and polished. It has "B" engraved on the top of the shaft. Used, genuine Norwegian silverware at one of the best prices on the market.