William Gale, New York "Fiddle" Coin Silver Teaspoons, c.1830s William Gale New York, NY (b.1779 - d.1845) Active c1822 - 1862, usually in a partnership. Gale was a dynastic figure in American silversmithing and the father of manufactured pattern flatware, having invented the diecut roller in 1826. (maker's mark examples) CLOSE |