Each of these six, matched, coin silver teaspoons measures exactly 6" long and has the same fancy, feathered script "PAC" monogram. The group together weigh 3.9 T. oz. They are stamped "Wm. W. White," who is listed as a silversmith and jeweler in New York City, with a short early period in Philadelphia. The leafy pattern has been attributed to A. and W. Wood also of New York, and if there is this connection, these would have to date c...

Wilson was a prominent name in 19th century Philadelphia silver manufacturing. The firm operated as a partnership between Robert and William from the 1820's to the 1850's and it was during this time that this 5 3/4" long, .6 T. oz., coin silver teaspoon was made. The broad handle, narrow shank design of the handle stands apart from what is generally characteristic of the company's style. It has attractive engraving on the handle, with a reserve at the tip...

Sperry Douglas Brower was an Albany silversmith and manufacturer of repute and substantial size. Examples of his work are readily found, although that is not the case with his Medallion pattern, as instances of it are scant. In fact, Don Soeffing in his work on Medallion silver shows two spoon examples and states they are the only pieces he had seen (admittedly some time ago now as that publication is aging). This piece is a 5 7/8" long, .7 T. oz., teaspoon...

Measuring 6 3/4" long, each of these two matched, coin silver forks is tea or dessert size. They are weighty items, topping out at 2.9 T. oz. the pair. The pattern is Gorham's early line design, Cottage, in this instance retailed by Philadelphia's Bailey & Co. and so marked. In addition to the lion, anchor, G mark, they are stamped "Patent 1861." The fronts are engraved "Robinson" in script, while the backsides are engraved "Jan.y 28th...

This c. 1865 silver youth spoon was presented to "Walter" on his "One Year" birthday according to the inscription on the front. The backside is stamped "Coin" and "Larmour & Co." for the Baltimore firm that became Armiger & Co. It is a highly finished piece that has fine engraving including feathering along the edge of the handle, and an acanthus-like design on the tipt end. The bowl has a gold wash on the interior. It is in superb condition...

Prince Albert was a European inspired design that found numerous expressions in the United States. This mid 19th century full-sized dinner fork is marked "Levi & Gottlieb" for the New York City retailer (321 Canal Street). It measures 7 11/16" long and weighs a substantial 2.0 T. oz. The handle is inscribe "H.M. Jayne." in fancy feathered lettering. The condition is excellent...

Measuring 8 5/16" long and weighing 1.8 T. oz., this c. 1840 coin silver tablespoon is stamped N. Arnzen for the Fall River, Massachusetts jeweler Niels Arnzen, b. 1818. More details about its specific history might be gained through the inscription, which reads, "R.E. Lake." It is a flawless example, with a well-shaped bowl free of tip wear, dents, or dings.

Measuring 6 1/16" long (and weighing .8 T. oz.), this is slightly larger than a typical teaspoon...

Thomas Conlyn is listed as a Philadelphia silversmith c. 1843. These six, matching 5 7/8" long, 3.1 T. oz. the group, coin silver teaspoons that bear his stamp date near to that. They have plain fronts, while the reverses have subtly tipt ends. The bowls have exposed drops. Each spoon has a feathered script "EB" monogram that is appealingly primitive straining to be sophisticated in style and execution. The condition of the set is near immaculate. There is no bowl wear, nor bends on the ha...

Made by the last of the storied Moulton family of silversmiths of Newburyport, Massachusetts, this exceptionally long, 9 3/16", and weighty, 1.7 T. oz., tablespoon is stamped "J. Moulton" for Joseph. It is a fiddle tipt form rendered with a broad, staunch end. It is engraved "M.C. from S.D." in a fine script and in exceptionally fine condition. There is no tip wear on the dent-free bowl nor damage of any sort to the rest of the piece. The finish is nicely patinated.

In his work on American coin silver pseudo hallmarks, John McGrew attributes the arm & hammer, buffalo, eagle that appears on this c. 1840, 8 9/16" long, moderately heavy, 1.7 T. oz., coin silver tablespoon to John S. Putnam of Rochester, New York. There is no retailer's stamp on this. It is a handsome, robust item, with a reverse tipt end and a fancy feathered script "WMH" monogram. It is in outstanding condition. Apart from one shallow dimple in the bowl and the expected surface scratches,...

This Fiddle Thread fork measures 7" long and is quite heavy at 1.6 T. oz. It would have been used for tea or dessert. The backside is stamped Gorham & Co., which is a mark that was used by that company 1852-65, and "Coin." The front is engraved A.L. Fiske in script lettering. It is in very good condition, with surface scratches on the tines, which also show slight tip wear.