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.

Gorham produced virtually countless numbers of items that were not full line designs, and were identified only by production numbers. This example is one of those. It is numbered 594 and no doubt dates late 1800's. It is a 4 7/8" long, three tine fork, probably for oysters, but possibly for olives or condiments. The end of the handle is formed from a series of five balls graduated down in size, with yet one more partially formed, "emerging" ball set where the others join...

This sterling silver sugar spoon and bon bon or nut spoon in Gorham's "Buttercup" are both old examples and without a monogram or removal. They have the flanged rims and decorated shoulders that are found only on early examples of the pattern, and the marks are lion, anchor, G, and "Sterling," again indicative of age. The sugar spoon measures 6" long and weighs 1.0 T. oz., while the attractively reticulated bon bon length is 4 5/8" and weight just over .7 T. oz...

Measuring 5 1/2" long and weighing 1.2 T. oz., this sterling silver cream ladle is an old example of Gorham's "Chantilly." It is is flawless condition and without a monogram or removal. There is no polishing wear and the finish is lustrous. The lobed bowl has flanged shoulders and has a bright gold wash finish on the interior. Marks are the Gorham lion, anchor, G, "Sterling," and "Pat. 1895."

Virtually every manufacturer offered a Chyranthemum design in the late Victorian period, with the three outstanding ones coming from Tiffany, Durgin, and this version by Gorham called Imperial Chrysanthemum. There are various iterations of the blossoms and leaves tracing the length of the handle and onto the bowl where there is a single, boldly set flower. This all shows especially well in the large scale of this matched pair of long salad servers...

This 8 3/4" long, nearly 2.3 T. oz., serving spoon is an old example of Gorham's "Strasbourg." It carries the early lion, anchor, G mark, along with the words "Sterling," and "Pat. 1897." In addition, it has the decorated, flanged shoulders that in later pieces was plain. The bowl has a gold wash that is substantially intact. The condition is flawless and there is no monogram or removal.

Measuring 6" long and weighing just under 1.0 T. oz., this individual butter spreader is an early example of Gorham's "Strasbourg." It is flat handled, solid sterling silver, and without a monogram or removal. The blade is blunt end and has decorated shoulders where it joins the handle. The condition is mint estate. Apart from light surface scratches consistent with use, there is no wear. Pattern detail remains sharp and the finish is lustrous...

Marked with a lion, anchor, G, "Sterling," and the word "Copyrighted," this strawberry fork is an original issue (1888) example of Gorham's "Versailles." It measures 4 11/16" long and weighs just under .4 T. oz. There is a script "B" monogram on the reverse. It is in outstanding condition. The cherubic figures retains precise detail, evidencing virtually no polishing wear. The tines are even, pointed, and absent bends or burrs.

Measuring 8 7/8" long and weighing 2.7 T. oz., this sterling silver server is a large cold meat fork. It is an early example of International's Art Nouveau "Frontenac," in immaculate condition and without a monogram or removal. It has a slightly upturned end and retains all the fine detailing that characterizes original pieces of this pattern...

Evoking an early American style in both design and name, "Moulton," which is associated with a renowned family of Massachusetts silversmiths, this sterling silver gravy ladle was made by Old Newbury Crafters. It is stamped "Handwrought," "ONC sterling," and with the personal symbol of Roger R. Rowell. It measures 6 1/4" long and weighs 2.0 T. oz. The bowl is generously proportioned at 2 1/2" wide, 2" back to front, and 1/2" deep...

This 5 7/8" long, 1.2 T. oz. sugar spoon in Reed & Barton's Les Six Fleurs is an original item and about as finely rendered an example of this popular Art Nouveau design as might be found. It is certainly to be distinguished from the contemporary reissues and restrikes of this pattern. There is no wear on the high relief and precisely detailed floral portraiture. The imagery exquisitely conveys the sinuosity for which Art Nouveau is known, with the silver seeming virtually liquid...

An original example of this standout Art Nouveau pattern dating from 1901, this piece is stamped in fine lettering with the Reed & Barton emblem, the words "Sterling" and "Pat. App'l For," this phrase particularly indicative of its age. The item is a 5 3/4" long, approximately .8 T. oz., seafood or oyster cocktail fork. It is in immaculate condition and without a monogram or removal.