Gebelein  
5408   $1,015.00

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Downturned handle, oval end, bright cut, shell on heel, drop, tipt on back. Length 8-5/8". Weight 1.95 troy ounces. The monogram is a block E+P (could be erased). Mark and overall condition are excellent (very slight tip wear).

Gebelein  
5407   $1,015.00

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Revere-style. Mark h in Silver magazine (July-Aug.1985). This mark used from 1929, usually on entirely hand-fashioned pieces. Diameter 9-1/4". Base diameter 5-1/4". Height 5". Weight 32 troy ounces. Block monogram on side H/JM (could be erased). Overall and msrk condition are excellent.

Old Friends  
3524f   $285.00

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In her Encyclopedia of American Silver Manufacturers, author Dorothy Rainwater notes of George C. Shreve & Company, the maker of this large, 3 3/16" high to the rim, 3 3/8" top diameter, 4.9 T. oz., mug, that "Until that 1880s the firm focused on retailing," but that "silversmithing began in 1883."

She also indicates that the "bee in a shield" emblem imprinted on the underside of this, along with the company name, "San Francisco," and "Sterling," was not used after 1894, all of which... Click for details

Old Friends  
3523f   $95.00

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Standing 5" tall and 4" maximum diameter, this syrup jug is an especially fine item produced by Gorham, whose "lion, anchor, G" emblem, the word "Sterling," model number "119," and a year symbol that is difficult to discern, are all imprinted on the lower edge of the fitted all silver top.

Dating circa 1900, the body is panel cut with a ground base, high quality, glass.

The fitted top has a wide collar, with a broad spout, hinged lid, and a solid, cast thumb grip.

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Old Friends  
3520f   $105.00

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Kettle or cauldron shaped, this set of two matching master salts each measure 2 1/2" in diameter, stand 1 1/4" high, and weigh approximately 3.0 T. oz. combined.

They were made by Dominick & Haff, whose three part emblem, the word "Sterling," model number "304," and name of the retailer, New York's "Theodore B. Starr," are imprinted on the undersides.

The bodies have raised floral and acanthus leaf repousse designs and attached beaded handles. The tops have broadened and scalloped rims... Click for details

Gebelein  
5404   $560.00

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1/2" decoration about 1/2" below inside of bowl. Revere-style bowl. Outflaring top edge. Applied base. Top diameter 5-5/8". Base diameter 2-5/8". Height 2-5/8". Weight 7.9 troy ounces. No monogram. Overall condition is excellent. Mark condition is very good.

Gebelein  
5406   $460.00

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By journeyman U. Edge and top divided into 7 segments. Diameter 7". Base diameter 3". Height 2-1/2". Weight 10-3/4 troy ounces. No monogram. Overall and mark condition are excellent.

Gebelein  
5405   $400.00

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Outflaring at top edge. Relatively vertical sides. Applied base ring. Diameter of top 4-1/2". Diameter of base 2-3/4". Height 2-3/8". Weight 7.85 troy ounces (heavy). No monogram. Overall and mark condition are excellent.

Old Friends  
3503f   $95.00

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Boston's Tuttle Silver Company followed the custom of marking its silver with the initials of the sitting US President inside a crescent. Thus the "JFK" that appears on this indicates it was made during the tenure of John F. Kennedy (1961-63).

Other marks include the company name, the word "Sterling," and the model number "310,"

Solid silver, it is a combined single and double shot jigger that stands 3 3/16" high and weighs a robust 2.0 T. oz.

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Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2322   $110.00

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height 2; top diameter 1 3/4 inches, weight 2.4 Troy ounces, no monogram, marked as shown in third enlargement, some very minor insults to foot but fine overall condition.

As mentioned elsewhere on these pages, Porter's work is of inconsistent quality. Here, the soldering is a bit sloppy and the hammering is rather random. So let's just consider that part of the charm, if we may.

Old Friends  
3495f   $165.00

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An engaging item with a style that does not readily fall into a single design motif, this cream pitcher or sauce boat has a repousse body that incorporates a variety of repousse leaf, scroll, and lattice work elements which are in part Aesthetic and in part conventional.

Made by Gorham, the underside is stamped with the company "lion, anchor, G" emblem, "Sterling," model number "540," and a date symbol for "1892."

It measures 5 1/2" from handle end to tip of spout, is bulbous at 2 3/4"... Click for details

Old Friends  
3491f   $215.00

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Rectangular with rounded corners, this circa 1895 soap box measures 3 5/8" by 2 5/8" by 1 5/8" high and weighs a generous 3.4 T. oz.

It was made by Dominick & Haff whose three part emblem, "Sterling," "Patent," and the number "56" are stamped on the inside lip of the lower half.

The top and bottom pieces have raised decorative, "Rocaille" style, elements that include shells, flowers, leaves, and scrolls. The interior is finished in an intact gold wash.

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Old Friends  
3487f   $215.00

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A 3 1/8" by 2 3/4" oval that stands 3" high to the rim, 4" to the tip of the finial, this tea caddy weighs a substantial 6.0 T. oz.

It is stamped on the bottom "Sterling," "Hand Made," and with a lion passant, but without a maker's identification, although it is clearly American in origin.

Note: the style follows after a tea caddy form made popular by renowned silversmith William G. DeMatteo, Bergenfield, New Jersey, who also used the term "Hand Made," and whose son followed him in the... Click for details

Old Friends  
3485f   $90.00

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Bowls or dishes are often found missing a lid, with the pieces haplessly separated over time. This is the less common instance of an orphaned lid absent a bottom.

Marked "Stieff," "Sterling," and with a date symbol for 1923, it is an appropriate size for a butter or similar-sized dish, measuring 4 7/8" in outside diameter, has a 3/16" high inside rim that is 4 3/8" across, stands 1 5/8" to the top of the knob finial, and weighs 3.6 T. oz.

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Old Friends  
3483f   $175.00

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With a 2 5/8" top diameter, this small cup or beaker somewhat similar to a tumbler, is wider than it is tall, standing 2 1/8" high. It is also relatively heavy at 3.6 T. oz.

It is an unusual size, but fits the hand very well. The top rim splays outward slightly, while the base curves inward to a perfectly flat base. The entire surface is finished is a gold wash and engraved with a boot and spur crest.

It is marked in the interior for London, 1788-89, sterling silver, and with a maker's... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2315   Sold

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height 4 inches to top of; 2 inches excluding handle, top diameter 3 1/4 inches, weight 3.2 Troy ounces, excellent condition, no monogram, marked as shown in second enlargement.

Is there a wedding in your future? Picture the flower girl, strolling down the aisle, carrying your rings in this basket.