So this is a very beautiful flatware set. However, after first getting them there was some slight rusting that eventually went away. But even worse...after taking one of my forks out the dishwasher, the teeth bent! I still use it when I'm down to my last fork :/ I still like this set though b/c it's unique and beautiful, but beware of putting these utensils in the dishwasher - maybe put them on the top drawer?