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Gorham A2956 Ball Foot Sterling Master Salt
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Pre 1910 stock# 1058f
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$ 35
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The Tompkins book on Gorham master salts lists model number A2956 dating from 1901-2. It is illustrated with A2957 and A2958 which were identical pieces in graduated smaller sizes. This one measures 1 7/8" in diameter, stands 7/8" high, and weighs .5 T. oz. It has a round cauldron-shaped body that stands on four ball feet. The interior is finished in a gold wash. There is a broad rim with raised ribbing. The piece is in flawless condition and without a monogram or removal. Marks ...click for details
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4 Matching Webster Company "Leaf" Sterling Nut Dishes
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Pre 1940 stock# 1057f
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$ 95 set
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Each of these four solid sterling silver nut dishes measures 2 1/2" in diameter and is 1/2" deep. The group weighs 3.0 T. oz. They were made by the Webster Company of North Attleboro, Massachusetts, likely in the first third of the 20th century. The design is naturalistic. Each dish is formed in the manner of a leaf, showing a veined interior and having ruffled edges. There are no monograms, inscriptions, or removals. These are charming items in flawless condition and having fine ...click for details
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Tiffany No. 897 Aesthetic Sterling Tea Caddy Spoon
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Pre 1900 stock# 1020f
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$ 185 HOLD
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Measuring 4 3/8" long, this c. 1885 tea caddy spoon is a characteristic Tiffany form, with a rectangular bowl that has flanged and flared shoulders. It is model number 897, as stamped on the backside, along with Tiffany & Co., Sterling, and "M." It feels much heftier than its .9 T. oz weight, and the sense of substance is part of what defines the piece. The design is aesthetic, with an emphasis on beading portrayed in a way that creates a sense of waves or sea elements. Th ...click for details
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Frank Whiting Leaf and Scroll Sterling Butter Pat
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Pre 1910 stock# 986f
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$ 30 each, two available
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This c. 1900 sterling silver butter pat measures 3 1/8" in diameter and is relatively heavy at .7 T. oz. It was made by Frank Whiting and is model number 2090, according to the markings stamped on the underside. The border is highly decorative, featuring an acanthus leaf motif arrayed in a way to suggest scrolls and ribbon. The center has an especially artful "RMM" monogram set on an angle. The piece is in flawless condition and has a fine finish.
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Gorham Old French Sterling Tea Infuser
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Pre 1910 stock# 928f
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$ 95
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Retailed by Boston's Shreve, Crump & Low, this tea infuser is an original item made by Gorham in that company's popular early 20th century Old French pattern. It measures 5 5/8" long and weighs a substantial 1.6 T. oz. It has a spring loaded arm that lifts the lid of the bowl. Both the bowl and cover have decorative piercing. The handle is engraved with an Old English "L." The condition is excellent. There is no evident wear and no damage. The finish is nicely p ...click for details
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Gorham Solid Sterling Silver 1892 Grape Shears
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Pre 1900 stock# 729f
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$ 135
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Identified as "scissors" (see image 2) in the 1892 Gorham catalog, this form is also referred to as grape shears. A typical example from the period has hollow handles incorporating a grape design with steel (often German) blades. This pair is quite innovative, abandoning convention. They are solid sterling silver with the exception of an applied steel (to create an effective cutting edge) on one of the blades. The grips are large and round, while the arms have a block pattern. The ...click for details
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Rare Form Mid 19th C. Coin Silver Punch Ladle
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Pre 1900 stock# 717f
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$ 275
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This coin silver punch ladle is truly that form, having two pouring spouts on either side of its 4 1/2" x 2 3/4" x 1 1/8" deep bowl. It is an early example for an American punch ladle, dating to the mid 19th century, as evidenced by the design, and by the retailer's mark, J.&W. Moir. This New York City firm was in existence from 1844 to 1870. The patten is Clematis which is ascribed to George Shiebler, but this piece was likely produced by A.&W. Wood who originated ...click for details
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Frank Whiting Hagie Sterling Tea Caddy Spoon
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Pre 1900 stock# 699e
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$ 42 INQUIRY
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With a design dating from 1885, this 4 1/8" long, sterling silver tea caddy spoon is an example of the aesthetic taste popular in the period. The pattern is Hagie by Frank Whiting. The subject is a leafy plant with a wispy run of flowers or berries on a stem. The bowl is textured in a non-specific theme that includes a scroll. The condition is excellent. There is a subtle line crease where the handle joins the bowl, and whether this is part of the construction or a slight bend in indete ...click for details
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Webster Sterling and S/P Tea Infuser
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Pre 1920 stock# 695e
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$ 35
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This tea infuser measures 6 3/4" long overall. The handle is 3 3/8" long and made of sterling silver, while the shank and infuser itself are silver plate. The item was made by Webster in a pattern that is quite similar to Durgin's Fairfax, but with a leafy embellishment. It dates no doubt from the same early 20th century period as Fairfax. It is in very good condition, with a finish finish overall and no loss of plate. The join is snug and the hinge is free of play. Marks are ...click for details
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Large Durgin Sterling Tea Strainer with Wooden Handle
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Pre 1910 stock# 671e
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$ 90
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This tea strainer is 7 7/8" long overall. The sterling silver strainer portion is octagonal in shape with four larger and four smaller sides. It is 3 1/4" in diameter and has a 2" by 3/4" deep bowl. The handle is 3 3/4" long and is made of a deep brown, close to ebony, wood. It weighs 1.5 T. oz. total, of which some small portion would be the handle. This is model "L4" made by Durgin, and could well be a companion piece for that company's Fairfax flatw ...click for details
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