Set of 4 Souvenir Spoons Expo 58 Rare Pavilions

Exceptional set of 4 silver-plated coffee/moka spoons from a collection, issued for the famous Brussels World Expo in 1958 (Expo 58). This prestigious set includes four of the most iconic international pavilions, rich in history and highly sought after by collectors: 1. Pavilion of Thailand (SALA): Detailed representation of a traditional Buddhist temple of the time. 2. Pavilion of the U.S.S.R.: Monumental architecture in glass and steel emblazoned with the hammer and sickle. 3. Pavilion of Belgian Congo: Asymmetrical modernist structure designed by architect René Binder. 4. Pavilion of the Vatican (Civitas Dei): Futuristic silhouette of the immense church of the City of God. Each spoon bears its inscription engraved in relief: THAILAND 1958, U.S.S.R. 1958, CONGO 1958, and CIVITAS DEI 1958. A rare and complete thematic set, ideal for enhancing a discerning collection of the Atomic Age. Event: Brussels World Expo 1958. Material: Silver-plated metal. Quantity: Indivisible set of 4 spoons. Condition: Very good vintage condition. The relief engravings of the buildings are of excellent clarity. There is a presence of natural oxidation patina, a superb guarantee of their authenticity from 1958.