Frequently Asked Questions
What is the heritage of Jarosinski & Vaugoin?
Founded in Vienna in 1847 and carried forward through six unbroken generations of the same family, Jarosinski & Vaugoin is one of the oldest and most distinguished silversmiths in the world.
Why does Jarosinski & Vaugoin stand apart among the world’s silver houses?
For nearly 180 years, Jarosinski & Vaugoin has produced sterling silver flatware of extraordinary quality from its Viennese workshop, serving royal courts, embassies, and the most exacting private collectors without ever deviating from its founding standards.
How is Jarosinski & Vaugoin flatware produced?
Every piece is handmade in Vienna using traditional silversmith techniques transmitted across generations within the atelier.
What makes Jarosinski & Vaugoin flatware exceptional?
The handmade production in Vienna ensures a balance, weight, and depth of finish that no industrial process can replicate. To lift a Jarosinski & Vaugoin fork or knife is to understand immediately the difference between silver that is manufactured and silver that is truly, devotedly made.
What patterns are available from Jarosinski & Vaugoin?
The No. 1 pattern exemplifies the Viennese silver tradition at its most quietly authoritative—a design of timeless simplicity that allows the luminosity of the sterling silver itself to hold all attention. The full range extends from plainly elegant to richly ornamented designs.
Is Jarosinski & Vaugoin flatware appropriate for daily use?
Yes, Jarosinski & Vaugoin sterling silver flatware is dishwasher safe, though regular hand polishing preserves the living patina that well-used sterling develops over decades. This depth and character makes the service more beautiful with every year it is in use.
Is Jarosinski & Vaugoin an appropriate choice for a wedding gift?
Sterling silver flatware from Jarosinski & Vaugoin is perhaps the most enduring of all wedding gifts, as it is an object used at every dinner of consequence for the entirety of a marriage.
Is Jarosinski & Vaugoin an appropriate choice for a family heirloom?
Absolutely. The house’s six-generation history is the most eloquent argument for silver of this caliber, as it was made with exactly this kind of inheritance in mind.
What lead times apply to Jarosinski & Vaugoin at Kneen & Co?
Jarosinski & Vaugoin is available through Kneen & Co as a special order with lead times of 12–24 weeks from the Viennese atelier. Early planning is warmly encouraged for wedding registry clients.