Old Friends  
1072f   $ 215

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Art Nouveau in style, this sterling silver stamp box dates from around the turn of the 20th century. It was made by Philadelphia's Simons, Bro. & Co. and bears that company's mark, along with the word Sterling and the number L687 on the underside. It measures 4 1/8" by 2 11/16", stands 5/8" high, and weighs 2.1 T. oz. It has an undulating base with tapered walls that lead to the actual box which measures 2 1/2" by 1 1/4". The lid is spring loaded and when opened exposes three divided inner c... Click for details

Packrats Plunders  
LA100240   $225.00

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Mermod & Jaccard Sterling Silver Match Safe with an embossed man’s face, three ladies faces, and embossed with surrealistic clouds of smoke wreathing around them in very good detail. Stamped “MERMOD & JACCARD”, on the outside lip of the inside front flange followed with a barely discernable engraved “436865”?? I think. On the opposite flange on the inside it is stamped “STERLING”, and also either “1B547”, or 1B647”. The back surface seems to be monogrammed but can’t make out the letters. It coul... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2054   $550.00

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set of six in original felt lined box, .800 standard, maker Fabbrica Argenteria Fiorentina circa 1935, total weight 3.86 oz. Troy, excellent condition, no monogram. These are well modelled and well executed. Each putto is full figural front and back. Though the little folks are cast from the same mold, each is carrying a different dish: soup, fish, fowl, eggplant, grapes, salad, and of course wine. An altogether charming way to guide your guests at table.

Old Friends  
1038f   $ 40

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Dating from around the turn of the 20th century, this rouge jar has a cut glass base and sterling silver top. It measures 1 3/8" in diameter and stands 1 1/2" high. The glass has ten panel sides with faceted cuts along the lower rim, and it has a ground base. The lid has a raised center portion with an elaborate scroll design in the manner of Louis XV (or in Gorham's case, akin to the Strasbourg flatware pattern). The center of the lid has a finely engraved "MAC" script monogram. The entire... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2048   $150.00

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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 fron... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2045   SOLD

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1836, "Sherry" and "Rum", width 1 7/8; height 1 3/8 inches, weight .77 oz Troy the pair, engraved lettering slightly worn as shown but fine overall condition.

In a nod to "cyber-Monday" and an overall attempt to see who's paying attention, we've priced these rather attractively...

Old Friends  
970f   $ 145

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This 2 1/8" by 1 1/2" by 7/16" matchbox or vesta was made by Gorham and is amply marked. It is stamped with a lion, anchor, G, Sterling, the model number 760, the date symbol for 1889, and the word Copyrighted. This item appears in the 1889 and 1890 Gorham catalogs (see image 2). At approximately 1.0 T. oz., this is relatively heavy, in contrast to the many examples of this form which are light to flimsy. This has a highly decorative surface, featuring cornucopia, leafy swags, and ribbon fe... Click for details

Old Friends  
943f   $ 265

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This c. 1900 sterling silver letter opener was made by Graff, Washburne & Dunn and shows that company's capacity in articulating the Art Nouveau style. It is solid sterling silver, measuring 7 5/8" long and weighing a substantial 2.6+ T. oz. The end of the handle features a cast poppy and leaves. This element is solid, not hollow, and fully conveys in its flowing design all the sinuous freedoms encompassed by the Art Nouveau movement. The blade is engraved with a flowing script "MJW" monogra... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2037   $850.00

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London 1867, length 7 1/2 inches, weight 4.81 Troy ounces, superb original condition, discreetly monogrammed "WL" (script, obverse). As with so much of Adams' work, the quality of modelling combined with a masterful execution makes for an exceptional piece of silver.

Richards Antiques  
  $750

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Spectacular art nouveau silver French desk barometer by the prominent Paris firm of Risler & Carré which was located at 16, rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré from the 1890's until early in the 20th century. This piece is hallmarked 1st standard which means that the silver is 95% pure versus the English and American standard of 92.5% for sterling. It dates from around 1900. The piece is 4¼ inches high and 5¾ inches wide. The weight of the silver is probably at least 5 troy ounces. (It is difficult... Click for details

Old Friends  
858f   $ 125

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This silver bell stamped Sterling, with Gorham's lion, anchor, G mark, and a date symbol for 1898, is unusual for two reasons. One, silver bells were more frequently than not made in plate rather than sterling as good tonal quality was easier to achieve (this one has a pleasant ring nonetheless). Secondly, it is stamped with the number 7822 in a rectangle, which in the Gorham system indicated a special order or prototype item. (See noted Gorham authority Sam Hough's discussion of the company ... Click for details

Packrats Plunders  
LA100197   $48.00

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“BOW-WOW-WOW”, & “PUSSYCAT” in raised letters on either clasp of this very old bib holder. There is also a pic of a barking dog on one, and a smugly smiling kitty wearing a bib at his plate on the other end. Each of the clasps has a makers mark of “P & B” with each letter stamped within a separate stamped heart as in Paye & Baker, and each is also marked “STERLING” above the makers mark. Both clasps work well with springs that feel strong, and the chain, which I believe is also sterling is in ve... Click for details

Packrats Plunders  
LA100196   $18.00

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Sterling Silver Heart & Key Charm. Heart is marked “STERLING”, and is appx. ½” wide x ½” tall x 1/8” thick. It appears to be hollow. The key is marked “SUCCESS” on one side, plus “STG—(for sterling?), and “LOVE”, on the other side. It measures appx. 5/8” long x ¼” wide. This item will also be on display at Lincoln Antique Mall, Lincoln Mo. So please check with me regarding availability if interested.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2021   $85.00

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Birmingham 1905, maker J.A.R., diameter 1.5 inches, weight 1.05 oz. Troy, excellent condition, no engraving, gilt silver. Please see third photo for marks.

TOP TOTAL TREASURES  
  50.00

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FREE SHIPPING IN THE US, These coaster are beautiful and in great shape, the bottoms are a starburst design with little or no scratching, they fit right on top of each other for easy storage, NICE SET

Old Friends  
847f   $ 135

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This c. 1900 5" long, 1.3+ T. oz., solid sterling silver shoe horn has a double provenance. It was made by the highly regarded silver and jewelry manufacturer, George Shiebler, and retailed by Tiffany & Co. whose name needs no footnote. Markings for both firms, plus the word Sterling and the number 5838 are stamped on the reverse. Characteristic of Shiebler, the design is imaginative and individualistic. It is a series of entwined scrolls and ringlets suggestive of a woven fabric or conversely... Click for details