Cliff Nunn - Antique Silver and Decorative Arts  
20181021-17   $85.00

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Offered is a good set of five sterling silver table forks in the Mayflower pattern widely known from Kirk and Warner coin silver examples; these particular forks bear the mark of James R. Armiger (fl. Baltimore circa 1892-1936). These forks measure about 7 inches in length and weigh a total of about 220 grams. They are in excellent condition, with only moderate wear to the tines and little wear to the surface - there are no dents, splits or repairs. Each fork has a period engraved script... Click for details

Cliff Nunn - Antique Silver and Decorative Arts  
20181021-09   $10.00

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Offered is a Nazareth, Pennsylvania silver spoon in the sterling standard, circa 1870s, and marked by retail jeweler and watchmaker John F. Giering, who was born in Lehigh County in 1850 and who opened his store in Nazareth in about 1872. This piece has a rubbed period engraved script monogram, and a clear example of Giering's mark. The spoon measures about 5 3/4 inches in length and weighs about 20 grams. It is in poor condition with wear and dents, but no splits or repairs. However, it is... Click for details

Old Friends  
3659f   $105.00

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Measuring 7 3/4" long and weighing 2.0 T. oz., this fork has rounded shoulders and three wide and lengthy tines, the outer two of which are splayed.

The form is uncommon and hence of uncertain function. It may be a spinach or toast/bread fork, or for another purpose yet. The proportions assure it is definitely original and not adapted from another piece as, for example, most potato forks are derived from dinner forks.

The maker was George Sharp, Philadelphia, as indicated by his "lion, S,... Click for details

Old Friends  
3658f   On Hold

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A tea infuser is essentially a tea ball with an attached handle, and that is precisely what this 5 3/4" long, just under 1.1 T. oz., item is.

Made by Gorham, whose "lion, anchor, G" emblem is imprinted on the handle underside, along with "Sterling" and model number "B3910," the pattern is a "Pointed Antique" in the manner of the company's "Mothers."

The infuser itself is a perfect orb, 1 1/4" in diameter, with circular piercings and a snap latch.

Never monogrammed or inscribed, it is in... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2365   $1,650.00

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sea creatures and granulated "sand" decoration, length 6 1/4 inches, weight 1.73 Troy ounces, excellent original condition, no monogram.

One factor which ultimately contributed to the demise of his firm was that George Shiebler's best designs were difficult to execute and costly to produce. Not many of these forks were made, and the surviving examples vary in quality and condition.

This is the finest one we've ever had the privilege to offer.

Old Friends  
3655f   $165.00

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This example of late Victorian grape shears or, as period catalogues identify them, scissors, are of a quality that set the bar for such pieces. They excel in terms of design, manufacture, and material.

The first factor that stands out is that they are made of solid sterling silver. Grape shears typically have steel cutters, while these are clearly marked on the backside of the lower blade "Howard & Co.," the date "1892," "New York," and "Sterling." To be sure, they do have darkened... Click for details

Gebelein  
5442   $160.00

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Pointed end, tipt on back. Length 8-1/2". Weight 2.1 troy ounces. No monogram. Overall and mark condition are excellent.

Gebelein  
5415   $390.00

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Large sailing ship motif on handle. Diameter 2-1/2". Length 3-3/4". Height 1". Weight 2.6 troy ounces. No monogram. Overall and mark condition are excellent.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2364   Sold

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length 12 1/2 inches, weight 1.04 Troy ounces, monogrammed "T" (obverse, see second photo), excellent condition, unmarked.

The attractively engraved shield in bowl lends this an elegance which will uplift your entire martini routine.

Gebelein  
5441   $175.00

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Hook on back of handle. Length 12-1/2". Weight 4-1/2 troy ounces. The monogram on the front of the handle is J.J; on the back of the handle 1919. Overall and mark condition are excellent.

Gebelein  
5437   $75.00

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Two tines, pointed end. Journeyman L. Length 5-3/4" Weight 8 dwt. No monogram. Overall and mark condition are excellent.

Gebelein  
5435   $390.00

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Height of cup 2-3/4";to top of handle 3-5/8". Top diameter 2-7/8" Weight 4.5 troy ounces(good weight). The monogram to the left of the handle is a block A.A.C. The inscription on the bottom of the cup is "FROM/HER GODFATHER/LEA SHIPPEN LUQUER/APR.1,1934". Overall and mark condition are excellent. A majority of Dodge's work is sports trophies. This is an exception.

Old Friends  
3651f   On Hold

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A large piece, measuring 9 3/8" long and weighing nearly 2.7 T. oz., this is a berry, pudding, or other serving spoon. The pattern is Whiting's "Persian," which dates from 1880, and is a Moorish design in the same genre as Tiffany's pattern of the same name, as well as Whiting's own "Arabesque" and Gorham's "Hindostanee" among others.

The bowl is generously proportioned, 4" by 2 3/8" at the widest, and has a fluted or piecrust rim. The interior is engraved in a stylized flower and leafy... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2362   $195.00

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diameter 1 3/4; height 1 1/2 inches, with high quality brite cut and roulette work engraving, no monogram, superb condition (there is a flea-bite test mark shown in third enlargement), weight 2.02 Troy ounces, unmarked.

Our resident fashion consultant tells me that rose gold colored items (it is gilt inside and out) such as this are currently "in".

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2361   $35.00

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height 1 3/4 inches, weight .65 Troy ounces, a few very minor bruises but fine overall condition, marked as shown in second enlargement.

Alas, mainly a decorative item as no hole has been drilled for the spout to function.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2360   $275.00

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height 7 3/8 inches, 3 1/4 inches across base, weight 11.75 Troy ounces, no monogram. Please note that these are not weighted.

There are some condition issues. One (on left in photo) has some dents in the side panels; the bobeche on the other is a bit wavy. Also, though they bear the same model number, one is decorated with beading and the other with "rope."

Keep in mind that when your table is lit with candle light, the guests will simply say "what lovely pair of candlesticks!"