Set of 12 Vintage Toledo Cocktail Picks - Damascene Mini Swords with Stand - Spanish Craftsmanship - New Old Stock

Complete set of twelve cocktail and appetizer picks, an exponent of the famous craftsmanship of Toledo, Spain. Each piece has been designed as a miniature of a traditional rapier or sword, decorated with the damascene technique and polychrome enamel finishes.

Item history: Toledo's craftsmanship is heir to the Mudejar tradition, where steel was ornamented with precious metal inlays. These sets became popular in the mid-20th century as luxury items for table service, merging historical heraldry with modern barware functionality.

Technical details and condition:
- Period: 1970s
- Technique: Damascene and enamelling with geometric patterns
- Pick size: 9 cm (3.54 inches)
- Stand height: approximately 15 cm (5.9 inches)
- Material: Steel, Brass and Enamel
- Condition: New Old Stock. The item has not been used, preserving the integrity of its colors and the sharpness of the engravings. No signs of oxidation or wear.

Use value: This set is an ideal collector's piece for decorating mid-century style bar cabinets or for formal service of tapas and fine appetizers. As a vintage enameled metal item, gentle manual cleaning is recommended to preserve the ornamentation.