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Continental Fork and Spoon Late 18th/Early 19th Century
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Pre 1800 stock# 1014f
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$ 220 pair
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This matching fork and spoon present as a mystery. The only mark is an "A.R" in a punch. They are large and heavy and read Continental, possibly north German or Danish, or French, with estimated dates ranging from the late 18th to mid 19th centuries. They are a commanding form set large scale. The spoon measures 8 5/8" long and weighs 2.2+ T. oz. The fork is 8 1/2" long and weighs barely less than the spoon. Each of them has the same feathered script "P" monog ...click for details
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Old Durgin Fairfax Sterling Lemon Fork
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Pre 1920 stock# 1012f
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$ 24
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Fairfax is a classic pattern that was introduced by Durgin in 1910 and continued in production by Gorham until the present. This 4 7/8" long lemon fork is an old piece, made by Durgin, stamped with the "D" emblem and the words Sterling and "Pat.'D." It is in very good estate condition and without a monogram or removal. Apart from fine line surface scratches, there are no signs of use.
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Finnish .813 Standard Silver Scissor Tongs
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Pre 1950 stock# 1011f
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$ 65
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This pair of tongs bear hallmarks for Finland, with a date code of 1946, and a silver standard marks of "813H," less than sterling's 925. The full marks also include a couched lion, a crown, and a third emblem which tell in sum more of the particulars of the piece. They measure 4 1/2" long when closed, have a spread of 1 3/4" at the grips when open, and weigh not quite .9 T. oz. The handles are open and feature a Rose of Hildesheim design, while the grips are leaf form ...click for details
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Towle Princess Sterling Strawberry Fork
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Pre 1900 stock# 1009f
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$ 26
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Made by Towle and Patented in 1892 according to the mark on the reverse (other marks are Sterling and the Towle emblem), the Princess pattern incorporates delicate scroll and floral elements in it design. This item is a 5" long, three tine strawberry fork. It is in excellent condition and without a monogram or removal.
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Frank Whiting George III Solid Sterling Cake Saw
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Pre 1900 stock# 1005f
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$ 195
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Frank Whiting's late 19th century George III is a distinct kings variant pattern. It incorporates acanthus leaf and shell design elements arranged in an asymmetrical mannner. This example is a generously sized, 10 7/8" long, heavy, 3.0 T. oz., solid sterling silver cake knife or saw. It has the characteristic saw tooth top edge of a cake knife, with the blade on the same plane as the handle. There is a fancy period style "M" monogram. The condition is excellent. There ar ...click for details
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Gorham Corinthian Boxed Sterling Cake Server
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Pre 1900 stock# 1003f
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$ 285
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This cake server in Gorham's Corinthian is a highly unusual form and comes in its original presentation box. The item is 10 1/4" long, and has a narrow, extended blade, rather than the broad, diamond shape of most pastry servers. This in turn has high, cupped shoulders and a central vee leading to a pointed tip. The surface is intricately engraved in a fashion that mirrors the elements of the pattern. Its purpose is incontrovertible, as the original paper label on the underside of t ...click for details
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Old Durgin Dauphin Sterling Dessert Spoon
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Pre 1900 stock# 1001f
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$ 80 each, two available
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Dauphin has proven to be one of Durgin's most enduringly successful patterns. The highly decorative design features a crossed ribbon border and a center motif that is comprised of clusters of roses. There is a triple shell element where the handle joins the bowl. This item is a 7" long, heavy, 1.7 T. oz., dessert or oval soup spoon. The backside has a "KFB" script monogram. It is an early production item, with the name of the retailer, W.E. Wright (Keene, NH?) stamped on ...click for details
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London 1763 Shell Back Sterling Tablespoon
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Pre 1800 stock# 1000f
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$ 75
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This sterling silver table or place spoon measures 7 13/16" long and weighs 1.8 T. oz. It has hallmarks for London, 1763. The maker's stamp is set at a cant, but appears to read "R B." It has a Hanoverian up tipped end and a shellback bowl with a bow detail. It is monogrammed "H" over "I + M" on the reverse. The condition is very good. The bowl shows modest tip wear and has some pebbling in the base. The marks are legible. The design on the heel shows so ...click for details
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London 1780 Scrollback Sterling Tablespoon
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Pre 1800 stock# 999f
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$ 75
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This sterling silver table or place spoon measures 7 7/8" long and weighs just under 1.6 T. oz. It has hallmarks for London, 1780, and a "W C" maker's stamp, probably William Cripps. It has a Hanoverian up tipped end and a scrollback bowl. There is an especially appealing monogram on the reverse that reads "B * I" over "T * L" in block letters, and the date "1786." It is in very good condition. The bowl shows slight tip wear and has some fain ...click for details
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