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American sterling silver cut work Baroque scroll rimmed napkin ring by the Whiting Division of Gorham Silversmiths, date marked for 1908. This intricately detailed napkin ring has a body with fancy, scroll cut work decorations and applied, Baroque scroll rims. Weighing 20 grams, this special napkin ring is 1 3/4" in diameter and 1 1/4" tall. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver figural sugar tongs in the form of a lobster claw, by Simon Brothers, c.1900. The spring action and hinge are in excellent original condition This unusual device is 4 1/4" long and weighs 33 grams or 1 ozs Troy. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American Southern coin silver octagonal trophy cup by Henry Fletcher of Louisville and Lexington Kentucky, c.1853. The cup has Repousse floral and scroll decorations forming a cartouche in which is inscribed: Capt A.C. Harig of Washington Guards to W Haberer for the best Shot Nov. 14th 1853. Augustus C. Harig was a partner in the Louisville firm of Harig and Jones lock and safe-makers. They held several patents for improvements on locks and safes. Applied beaded upper and lower borders add to the appeal of this historically significant cup. This beautiful cup is 3 1/4" tall, 3 7/8" across the handle, 2 7/8" in diameter and weighs 86 grams or 2.8 ozs Troy. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing.

English sterling silver souvenir napkin ring from the Elder Dempster′s R.M.S. Jebba by Walker and Hall, having a full set of Sheffield Hallmarks for 1905. The Jebba was wrecked March 18, 1907. CLICK HERE for more on the R. M. S. Jebba Inscribed with the Elder Dempster Flag and the inscription: Souvenir of Voyage by Elder Dempster′s R.M.S. Jebba. This interesting napkin ring is 1 7/8" in diameter, 1 1/8" tall and weighs 31 grams or 1 oz. Troy. The Hallmarks are slightly rubbed but still legible, otherwise: Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver napkin ring having pinched petal edge rims and a floral engraved body inscribed: J & L to Mother March 4 1893. This large attractive napkin ring is 2" in diameter, 1 7/8" tall and weighs 49 grams or 1.6 ozs. Troy. Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver napkin ring having an Acorn and Oak Leaf and Branch engraved body with applied shaped bud rims. The shaped cartouche contains the inscription: Crawford. Marked S 640 and weighing 38 grams or 1.2 ozs. Troy, this handsome napkin ring is 1 3/4" in diameter and 1 1/2" tall. Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Russian 84 standard silver Art Nouveau napkin ring having wavy scroll bordered faces of a boy and girl, assayed in Moscow between 1908 and 1917, maker′s mark ПА or PA in Latin letters. This special oval napkin ring has a gilt interior and is 2 1/8" - 1 3/8, 1 3/4" tall and it weighs 51 grams or 1.6 ozs. Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American 900 Silver sugar shaker in the Medallion pattern by Wood and Hughes, c.1870. This handsome shaker is 5 3/8" tall, 3 3/4" across the handle and weighs 122 grams or 3.9 ozs Troy. Monogrammed BC EC. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. Inscribed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing.

American coin silver set of 5 teaspoons in a Fiddle pattern, marked San Francisco, probably Lawler, c.1860. These elegant spoons are 6" long and weigh a total of 103 grams or 3.3 ozs Troy. Monogrammed Shaw on the back of the handle. Some dimples in the bowls.

American Federal coin silver sauce ladle possibly by Isaac Woodcock or Joseph Warner, both of Wilmington Delaware, c.1800, maker′s mark I*W. This desirable sauce ladle is 5 1/2" long and weighs 20 grams. It has an ornate, period script monogram on the front of the handle: JMH. Monogrammed as described above, the soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American or Scottish late 18th Century tablespoon with a double struck maker′s mark MF. A nice Mystery spoon that is 8 1/2" long and weighs 55 grams or 1.8 ozs. Troy. Possible maker′s are Michael Forrest of Cannongate, c.1770 or Patrick McFarlane of Glasgow, c.1781.It is more likely an American spoon, as there are only the two identical marks and the mark is rather crude. The form dates from 1760 - 1790. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

English sterling silver shell form serving bowl by Henry Atkin having a full set of Sheffield Hallmarks for 1905. This large, elegant open work floral Repousse shell form bowl has a deeply fluted body with a pie crust edge and sits on three shell feet. Weighing 315 grams or 10.1 ozs. Troy, this elegant bowl is 10 1/4" - 8 3/4" and 3 1/2" deep. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Portuguese 833 Standard silver figural toothpick or match holder in a form of a house with a rooster finial, c.1920. The rooster finial is removable, enabling the toothpicks or matchsticks to be removed individually. This beautiful box is 5" tall, 1 3/4" wide and weighs 59 grams or 1.9 ozs Troy. This unusual box has an embossed inscription: Palitos, which is the Portuguese word for matchstick or toothpick.. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver hammered baby cup with embossed American Indian motif decorations, c.1884. This darling cup is 2 3/4" tall, 3" across the handle and weighs 80 grams or 2.6 ozs Troy. the cup has some engravings on the bottom of the cup. Excellent original condition save for some dents on the handle consistent with age and use.

American sterling silver pair of figural open salt dishes in a form of an egg shell, Gorham Silversmiths, date marked B for 1869. These beautiful dishes are 1 1/4" tall, 1 1/2" in diameter and weigh a total of 28 grams. Monogrammed TRW Nov 4 1870. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American coin silver napkin ring with three applied crabs and acid etched sea weed decorations, c.1889. This beautiful napkin ring is 1 7/8" in diameter, 1 1/4" tall and weighs 53 grams or 1.7 ozs Troy. Inscribed Carrie 1889. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Antique Continental 800 - 830 standard silver double compartment spice box with a ruby red glass finial, 1796. This unusual box is 3 1/8" long, 1 3/8" wide and weighs 41 grams. Inscribed in two place: on the bottom of the foot: PTS EPD 1796; and on the front cartouche: CAS MPS 1852. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver round pill box with applied figures in a Japanesque style, Wallace, c.1885. This beautiful box is 2 1/4" in diameter and weighs 35 grams or 1.12 ozs Troy. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Continental silver covered bowl with cobalt glass liner, cow finial, swan head handles, c.1880. This beautiful bowl is 7 1/4" across the handles, 4" tall, total silver weight is 341 grams or 11 ozs Troy. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver figural egg cup by Gorham Silversmiths, date coded B for 1869. This whimsical and useful egg cup has a cracked eggshell body with a gilt interior and sits on three chicken leg form feet. Weighing 52 grams or 1.7 ozs. Troy, this special egg cup is 2" in diameter and 2 3/4" tall. Monogrammed TRW and dated Nov 4 1870. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver soap box in a Rose and Scroll pattern by Gorham Silversmiths, date marked for 1898. This beautiful box is 3 3/8" long, 2 1/2" wide, 1 3/4" thick and weighs 81 grams or 2.6 ozs Troy. Monogrammed CRJ in an ornate period script. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver water pitcher in the Chantilly Grand pattern by Gorham Silversmiths, date marked for 1907. This beautiful pitcher is 10" tall and weighs 1161 grams or 37.3 ozs Troy. It is pattern number A580 and has a capacity of 4 pints. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering. Available elsewhere for $4000, our price of $3500 is as special as the pitcher itself.

English Georgian pair of sterling silver covered dishes with gadrooned borders, bearing a full set of hallmarks for London 1809 by T & J Guest & Joseph Craddock. These elegant dishes are 11 3/4" long, 8 3/4" wide, total silver weight is 4001 grams or 128.6 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Swedish 830 Standard silver ornate coffee set, date marked for 1952. This beautiful set is: Coffee pot 9" tall, sugar bowl is 3 7/8" tall, creamer is 3 1/2" tall, total silver weight is 2430 grams or 78.1 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms, removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver and copper Turkish coffee pot by Gorham Silversmiths, date marked for 1883. This beautiful pot is 13 1/8" tall, about 7" spout to handle. Monogrammed on the bottom of the pot JST in an ornate period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

Danish sterling silver three piece coffee set by Georg Jensen, designed by Henning Koppel, c.1950. This elegant set measures: Coffee pot is 6 1/2" tall, creamer is 3" tall, sugar bowl is 1 3/4" tall, total silver weight is 1163 grams or 37.4 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms or removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American brass kettle with applied sterling silver birds and palm branches in Japanesque style, Gorham Silversmiths, date marked for 1883. This beautiful kettle is 10 3/4" tall, 7 7/8" across the spout. Slight wear to the silver decorations as well as brass patina.

American sterling silver trophy made by Tiffany & Co in 1917 and presented to: Miami To Nassau Motor Boat Race Columbus Cup 1917 Presented by The Development Board Bahamas. Expulsis Piratis Restituta Commercia BAHAMAS. This beautiful cup is 8 1/2" tall, 13 3/8" across the handles and weighs 1637 grams or 52.6 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms or removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver large ornate basket with swing handle and applied scroll decorations along an open work rim, Knowles, c.1890. This beautiful basket is 12 3/4" long, 10 1/2" wide, 9 5/8" tall with the handle raised, silver weight is 1044 grams or 33.6 ozs Troy. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no monograms or removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.

American sterling silver (all silver) folding pocket or fruit knife with embossed grape and vine decorations, Gorham Silversmiths, c.1870s. This beautiful knife is 5 3/8" long unfolded, 3 1/8" folded and weighs 38 grams or 1.22 ozs Troy. Monogrammed HHD in an ornate period script. The soft, warm, original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. The excellent original condition and clear, crisp detail, with no removals, repairs or alterations, make this an especially attractive offering.