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4526f   $46.00

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This pair of "Chantilly" sugar tongs measure 4 1/4" long and weigh approximately .8 T. oz.

They are an early production example of this 1895 pattern and are marked with Gorham's "lion, anchor, G" emblem and the word "Sterling."

The grips are particularly decorative, featuring three part, scrolled, prongs that compliment the overall pattern.

Never monogrammed, they remain in superb condition, free of wear, damage, or even surface scratches, and possess a bright, mirror-like, finish.

Old Friends  
4525f   $52.00

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The identity of the Mechanics Silver Company was largely subsumed under that of Watson & Newell (later just Watson), with the former portrayed as the flatware arm of the latter.

As the multi-floral and leaf pattern on this 7 3/8" long, 1.4 T. oz., cold meat fork is not otherwise identified, and specifically not listed as a Watson design, it suggests that Mechanics produced its own (and not readily found) flatware prior to being absorbed by Watson in the late 19th century.

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Old Friends  
4524f   $600.00

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Generously sized, this goblet stands 6" tall, rests on a 3 3/4" diameter foot, and has a 3 3/4" wide and equally deep bowl. It weighs 7.2 T. oz.

It is fully hallmarked on the underside (which shows hand hammering marks) for sterling (crowned harp), Dublin (Hibernia), date letter "U" for 1792, and maker's initials "I·I" for Joseph Jackson.

Its decorative element lies in its well-proportioned, clean and elegant, design. Otherwise plain, it has a lined, rimmed base of one tier and a... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2430   $475.00

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length 8 5/8 inches, total Troy weight 5.14 ounces, monogrammed as shown in bowl of spoon. The palm leaf gilding on reverse of fork is not quite so bold as on the spoon, and there is a slight blemish on the fork (see third enlargement) but the overall condition is fine.

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Old Friends  
4523f   $48.00

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The first in-house pattern produced by Tiffany became the company's namesake design, designated "Tiffany." "Beekman" was a later 19th century reissue of the line with the side knobs removed.

This 5 7/8" long, .9 T. oz., sugar spoon is an example of the original pattern, retaining side knobs, and with a rounded anthemion tip (there is also a pointed tip version).

It is marked "Tiffany & Company," "Sterling," Pat. 1869," and with an "M."

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Old Friends  
4522f   $46.00

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An original, all silver, (baby) food pusher, this item measures 2 1/4" long, stands 1" high, and has a 1 3/4" by 1" flat blade with scalloped edge top and sides. It weighs .7 T. oz.

Made by Reed & Barton, it is marked with the company's "bird, R, lion," emblem, "Sterling," and "Pat. Oct. 9, 189x," all in fine, precise lettering, noting the date is slightly rubbed.

It has a closed loop handle with a pattern that is not shown in standard references and may be singular to this piece (and... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2428   $1,195.00

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with 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.

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4520f   $62.00

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Marked with a "lion" for sterling, a "leopard face" for London, an "f" date letter for 1921-22, and maker "LAC," this lengthy, 8 5/16", and weighty, 2.3 T. oz., four tine, dinner fork is also stamped on the heel backside, "Crichton Bros. (over) London Made."

A highly esteemed late 19th to mid 20th century name in British silversmithing, the firm was noted for traditionally inspired designs. That is the case with this piece made in a slightly downturned "Pointed Antique" with a "Tipt" midrib... Click for details

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4519f   $60.00

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"Pat. Mar. 20. 1894," as stamped on the backside of this piece, along with a "lion, anchor, G" emblem and "Sterling," Gorham's "Zodiac" series proved popular from its introduction onward.

Teaspoons are readily found, but children's pieces such as this 5 3/4" long, weighty at 1.0 T. oz., youth fork are less common.

This example is "August" and "Virgo," noting that the sign and month in this line do not necessarily correlate exactly with contemporary conventions.

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Old Friends  
4518f   $45.00

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Each of these two tea or coffee spoons measure 5 1/4" long and weigh approximately .9 T. oz. combined.

Matching items, they are marked for London, 1814-15, sterling, and makers Peter and William Bateman. The maker's stamp is rubbed but is legible for these familiar members of their well-known English silversmithing family, and the date is appropriate.

The "Old English" handles are downturned with "Tipt" backsides and have thumb drops on the bowl reverses.

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Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2427   $340.00

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top diameter 5 ; bottom 2 3/4 inches, weight 6.7 Troy ounces, monogrammed "F · L · W" as shown, a few minor scratches (please see third photo) but fine overall condition.

Items by this maker tend to remain in private collections and seldom appear upon the market.

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4517f   $385.00

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Early production, fully original, examples of Whiting's Art Nouveau "Lily" pattern, this set is comprised of a 9 1/8" long, 3.5 T. oz., fork, and 9" long, 3.2 T. oz., spoon.

Salad servers, each piece could also be used individually.

They are marked with Whiting's "lion and W" emblem, "Pat'd 1902," "R'D 1902," "Sterling," an Old English "O" letter, and the name of the retailer, Philadelphia's "Bailey, Banks & Biddle Co."

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Old Friends  
4516f   $45.00

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The first detail to note about this piece is that it may be a modified or even composite item.

That said, it is clearly marked with an original cursive "RP" attributed in the benchmark English hallmark reference Grimwade as likely Robert Perth, London, 1748-54. The companion lion mark for sterling is clear, while the date letter is rubbed.

Measuring 6" long overall and weighing approximately 1.1 T. oz., it has an ovoid bowl with a "Scroll Back" detail alongside a thumb drop.

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Cliff Nunn - Antique Silver and Decorative Arts  
20210225-02   $15.00

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Offered is a very beat up American coin silver spoon by noted Hagerstown, Maryland silversmith and clockmaker Arthur Johnston, featuring one of at least three marks attributed to him. This spoon has a very clear maker's mark and also features a period engraves script monogram of "MC". This spoon measures about 5 5/8 inches in length, and weighs about 13 grams. Condition is quite poor, with a lot of dings and tooth marks, as well as some bending to the handle. There are no splits or repairs. ... Click for details

Cliff Nunn - Antique Silver and Decorative Arts  
20210225-01   Sold

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Offered is a lovely American coin silver spoon by the Troy, Ohio partnership of Ensey & Harter, who are not that well documented. One of the partners was Frank Lair Harter (1840-89), but I haven't found much on Ensey. This teaspoon has a clear maker's mark or retailer's mark for the partnership; it appears to be an uncommon mark. This spoon is also engraved "Nettie" in period script. It measures about 5 3/4 inches in length and weighs about 18 grams. Condition is excellent overall, with... Click for details

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This 7 1/2" long, relatively weighty 1.3 T. oz., flat handle knife is unusual in both pattern and form.

The pattern is "Honeysuckle," attributed to Whiting, but to be differentiated from that company's 1870 design of the same name, sometimes referred to as "New Honeysuckle." Perhaps this secondary name derives from the historical difference between the two patterns.

To be sure, this particular design is rarely found and not widely known as Whiting's. In fact, the design is strongly... Click for details