Soviet Vintage Flatware Set Cupronickel Melchior USSR Russian Twenty-Four (24) Pieces, inspired by the Rococo/Rocaille period. This silverplate flatware set show signs of wear due to age PLEASE SEE PHOTOS ABOVE. Which stands for Copper- Nickel-Zinc, standard russian alloy for Melchior. 6 Dinner Forks 7 7/8. 6 Table Spoons 7 7/8. 6 Spreading Knives 8 7/8. 6 Tea Spoons 5 3/4.