Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2321   Sold

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4 1/8 X 2 3/8 X 3/8 inches, weight 2.53 oz. Troy, no monogram, one corner is bruised, there is a split to seam (see fifth enlargement) and the hinge is slightly ajar, but the lid closes well and overall condition is fine.

With faux alligator skin, and applied silver matte finish "calling card."

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2320   not currently available

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circa 1830,height 3 1/2; top diameter 3 1/4 inches, total Troy weight 13.47 ounces, some very minor dents but outstanding overall condition, monogrammed "AMC" in period script (please see fifth enlargement for mark and inscription.

With their band of cast applied grapes and elegant double molded rim, these are an outstanding example of the best American Empire era Philadelphia style. Better, we might add, than any beakers of this period which the PMA has on display or in their permanent... Click for details

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2319   On Hold

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length 7 3/8 inches, weight .69 oz Troy, no monogram, good condition.

The handle is applied with wirework in the form of a watch spring, making this the perfect gift for your martini-drinking watch collector friend!

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2318   Sold

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the parcel gilt blade luxuriously engraved with rose flowers and foliage, length 10 1/4 inches, weight a massive 5.06 Troy ounces, excellent original condition, monogrammed (reverse) as shown in fourth enlargement.

Compare on the big bad auction site (item 332946849323) @895.00

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2316   On Hold

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length 7 3/4 inches, weight a generous 1.95 Troy ounces, no monogram, marked only sterling but probably Vansant.

There is some slight wear to engraving on blade, though nothing tragic, and also a few scratches as shown in first enlargement which I'll gladly attempt to polish out before shipping if you ask me very nicely.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2315   Sold

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height 4 inches to top of; 2 inches excluding handle, top diameter 3 1/4 inches, weight 3.2 Troy ounces, excellent condition, no monogram, marked as shown in second enlargement.

Is there a wedding in your future? Picture the flower girl, strolling down the aisle, carrying your rings in this basket.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2314   $65.00

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with bird, flowers, foliage; a beaded band above and below, diameter 2 1/4; height 1 1/2 inches, weight 1.5 Troy ounces, .800 standard, no monogram, marked as shown in fourth enlargement.

Some twit put a drop of silver-test acid right inside the cartouche and left a slight stain, but aside from this the condition is exemplary.

Old Friends  
3449f   $115.00

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Issued in 1880, Gorham's "Empress" incorporates a number of design elements, all evident on this 9 3/8" long, just over 3.0 T. oz., serving spoon.

The lower portions of the handle where it joins the bowl suggest an Egyptian Revival influence, while other areas point toward Renaissance Revival inspiration. In addition, the dense floral clusters employ imagery similar to Gorham's "Cluny" pattern that was designed by Antoine Heller, who was highly regarded for his Classical motifs.

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Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2313   Sold

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Canton or Hong Kong circa 1840 with carved mother of pearl handles, length eight inches, monogrammed "WL" (?), fine condition although one blade shows evidence of being straightened (see fourth photo).

Forbes lists one set of dessert knives, #252 shown in figure 75, but these would appear to be quite rare.

No, dear reader, you're not daft though I may be, there are only five pictured here. Yes, we do have the sixth and it is no different than these!!

Sherrys Antiques* Collectibles* Frivolous Necessities  
safn-6466   $30.00

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VINTAGE STERLING SILVER LADLE. A souvenir from Peru/ Measures approximately 5" in length. Dancer at the top of the handle and the bowl of the ladle features 2 llamas and what appears to be a Sun God or other Peruvian idol, Tiki,. I left this beautiful ladle with its slightly original oxidized patina, but if you would care to polish it, it would shine brightly. Wonderful condition.

Sherrys Antiques* Collectibles* Frivolous Necessities  
safn-6463   $22.50

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Lovely old hand engraved sterling silver souvenir spoon from Storm Lake Iowa. Fabulous deco handle with Engraving of Buena Vista College in Storm Lake IA. in the bowl of the spoon. Perfect condition with no dents or dings. Measures 5 1/4" long. a wonderful addition to your collection.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2312   Sold

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length 9 3/4 inches, weight 5.38 Troy ounces, monogrammed "F" (reverse), a bit brighter than we'd like but still with minimal wear to the high points. Marked with Gorham trademark, star, sterling, copyrighted (twice!!), and datemark for 1886.

Even without the exquisitely engraved blade this would have been a rare find, so we're doubly pleased. Note: although this server is hollow handled, we do not believe it to be weighted.

Sherrys Antiques* Collectibles* Frivolous Necessities  
safn-6462   $25.00

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Beautiful vintage marked Sterling silver souvenir. handle has a pretty pattern of flowers. The bowl of the spoon has a cut engraving of Los Angeles circled with flowers and vines. Excellent condition. Measures 5 1/2" long.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2311   Sold

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length 11 5/8 inches, weight 3.95 Troy ounces, monogrammed "LJA" (reverse, in period script with flourishes) as shown in third enlargement.

The quality of this engraving is above average, and it remains in fine condition.

Bruce Cherner Antique Silver  
2310   $350.00

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maker Francis Jones, length 13 5/8 inches, weight 6.29 Troy ounces.

It's possible that this piece has had an erasure, but if so, it's subtle and difficult to distinguish. However, the overall presentation is excellent, and so is the price!

Cliff Nunn - Antique Silver and Decorative Arts  
20180218-01   Sold

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Offered is a gorgeous pair of American coin silver sugar tongs by noted silversmith Harvey Lewis (1783-1835), working in Philadelphia circa 1805-11 in partnership as Lewis & Smith, and working alone in Philadelphia circa 1812-25, before his health declined and he gave up silversmithing. Despite a shorter working career, Harvey Lewis established himself as one of the leading silversmiths of his day in Philadelphia, and his work is nearly always superb. His pieces are represented in every major... Click for details