Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2048   last seen in Chinese customs, now missing and presumed stolen

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no, not that kind of a cat box, but a snuff box with "trap door" opening and secret compartment, 2 1/4 by 1 7/8 by 1 inches, weight 2.27 oz. Troy, marked with Chinese ideograms only (please see 5th photo).

In terms of construction, this is, not alas a first rate object. The edges don't quite meet up flush, the hinge is on the exterior rather than integral, and there are also a few minor bits of waviness on the front and side panels. However, the subject matter is totally charming, and... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2047   $125.00

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Rand and Crane, length 11 5/8 inches, weight 3.98 oz. Troy, monogrammed "M" (obverse, old English), excellent condition with button on reverse. The shell appears to be applied rather than die-struck, but little else is remarkable about this spoon aside from the price, which we deem to be quite reasonable.

Hampton Galleries  
7281   $300.00

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Set of five miniature spoons by Henry S. Brown of NYC, Utica and Syracuse, NY (c. 1851-1860), 4-1/8" long, full bowls, no drop, wide chamferred shoulders, upturned fiddle tipt on top, Old English monogram "C.A.P." on front, marked "H.S.BROWN" incuse.

Hampton Galleries  
7039D   $40.00

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Coin silver teaspoon by S.C. Keyes, Batavia, NY (c. 1830-1834), 5-15/16" long, full bowl, no drop, chamfered shoulders, downturned fiddle handle with crisp Sheaf of Wheat impressed at end and a feather script monogram "PH" on front, marked "S.C.KEYES" (rubbed on bottom) in serrated rectangular punch.

Hampton Galleries  
7035   $450.00

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Set of ten coin silver teaspoons by William B. Faber, Philadelphia, PA (c. 1830), 5-15/16" long, full bowls, rounded shoulders, downturned fiddle handles with crisp Sheaf of Wheat at top, no monogram, marked "WM. B. FABER" incuse.

Bargentum  
1112505   $255.00

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The mark on the spoons is that of Bigelow, Kennard & Co., 925, and probably date from the last quarter of the 19th Century. The form of the handle is Old English, the bowls have the slightly narrower and elongated oval shape associated with early Georgian silver – and would go very well with flatware of that period. They are 5-5/8 in. long and weigh 258 g. A feathery script F is monogrammed to the front of the handle. There are no distractions of any kind. The spoons have been well... Click for details

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1112502   $75.00

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The simplicity of the flat handle of this ladle is balanced by the curvacious four-lobed bowl. A stock of flowers is lightly engraved on the handle which is outlined with a thread. The underside is completely plain. There is no maker's mark, but the imprint on the back of the handle is of three towers over the number 36 and indicates its origins (Denmark), year of manufacture (1936), and purity of 826 (82.6%) as further guaranteed by the JS mark of the Assay Master, Jens Sigsgaard (active... Click for details

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1112337   $520.00

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A classic mid-19th century pattern of the coin period, 'Oval Thread' appears with marks by most makers and retailers. The blades are even, without waviness, bites or burrs; the handles are firm, with no splits. There is no pitting. Wear is commensurate with their 150+ years, and have been well cared for. An anchor, Victorian head, and lion are stamped on the blades, indicating a New York maker. The name Phelps is lightly engraved on the handles in period script. The knives are a hair over 8... Click for details

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1112336   $590.00

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The Japanese influences of the 1870s and 1880s came to silver in many forms. The bright-cut designs of the period utilized such elements as flowers, leaves, birds, and branches found in Japanese textiles, but as in 'Chrysanthemum' (introduced 1885), their asymmetrical dispositions were constrained by the Old English forms into which they were cut. Acid etching is the background of the handles into which the flowers are incised and emphasizes the flowers, branches and leaves. There is very,... Click for details

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X2294   $120.00

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Engraving on Philadelphia silver is first-rate, and this spoon is no exception. The handle uses an engine-turned field enclosed by threads to set off a shield with 'Heritage' engraved in lovely period script. The bowl of the spoon is fluted with a dart and egg edge. James Watts, whose mark together with the word 'coin' appears on the undecorated reverse of the handle, was both a maker and a retailer, ca. 1840-1880, and I would guess that this spoon was probably made ca. 1860. It is 8.7 in.... Click for details

Hampton Galleries  
7270   $300.00

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Set of six coin silver teaspoons by Stephen Emery, Boston, MA (c.1790-1800), 5-13/16" long, full bowls, thin broad drop, downturned pointed end handles with unusual diamond cut bright cut decoration down center, shaded block letter monogram "P L" in bright cut cartouche on front, marked "S.E" (pellet raised) in rectangular punch.

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X2327   $140.00

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Hanau, Germany, was a center for silversmiths from the mid-19th century to the first decades of the 20th century, and whose major works involved copying or recreating antique styles in flatware and holloware. Its special status allowed it to be free of the marking system that was incumbent on all other German cities, and many are not completely known today. This tea strainer is typical of Hanau work – Renaissance elements, such as putti with bows and arrows, torches, birds frolic in an... Click for details

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1482C   $38.00

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'Plymouth' was introduced in 1911, at the time when tastes were turning from ornamental styles to Colonial Revival; it was a very popular pattern. Multiple threads outline the handle which terminates with a boss. The fork is in excellent condition – hardly, if ever – used, with no monogram or removal. It is 6-3/16 in. and weighs 32 g. It has the Gorham mark and 'sterling' on the reverse.

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X1794B   $38.00

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2728D   On Hold

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Most pieces in this pattern, introduced ca. 1870, are unmarked as to maker, and this is no exception. Because, however, I have seen pieces with Whiting's mark, I will make that tentative attribution. The stylized leaves and berries are arranged on a textured ground and encased by a defining geometric edge. The blade is engraved with leaves inside a zig-zag outline. It is single-die cut. The condition is fine, with no bends or burrs, and only age-expected wear to the engraving. The knife is... Click for details

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2712F   Sold

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The “Dognose” pattern was made in England ca. 1695-1715 during the period when the Britannia, or 95.84%, purity standard was used (1697-1720), and serving as a style that transitions from the trefid to Hanoverian; it was seldom seen after 1720. Typical of the Queen Anne style, the handle of this spoon has an upturned terminal which is characterized by a “wavy end” resembling a dog's nose when viewed from above. Attachment to the oval bowl is by a reeded rattail which has softened... Click for details