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by Abbott
Fri Aug 30, 2024 12:00 pm
Forum: American Jewelry
Topic: Unidentified H Maker Mark On Arts & Crafts Pin
Replies: 2
Views: 3563

Unidentified H Maker Mark On Arts & Crafts Pin

Sterling, turquoise and diamond Arts & Crafts style pin, seemingly American. I have been unable to identify the mark.

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by Abbott
Fri Aug 30, 2024 10:49 am
Forum: Coin Silversmiths ~ American pre-1860
Topic: OR GR Maker Mark Coin Silver Spoons Unidentified 1790 1810
Replies: 2
Views: 1213

OR GR Maker Mark Coin Silver Spoons Unidentified 1790 1810

Two seemingly related tablespoons, both I have been unable to Identify. One c. 1790, one c. 1810. Each bears a "W" surname initial, the 18th century spoon with what appears to be a 19th century monogram on the reverse side of the handle. Each hallmark flanked by similar "flowerets&quo...
by Abbott
Sun May 10, 2009 7:39 pm
Forum: Sterling Manufacturers ~ American after-1860
Topic: Art Nouveau Hand Wrought bowl Unidentified Maker
Replies: 2
Views: 2322

Re: Art Nouveau Hand Wrought bowl Unidentified Maker

I have been told by a knowledgeable person that this may be the mark of Codman & Codman. I am relatively sure that is factual. Perhaps someone can find a reference to shore up that opinion.
by Abbott
Sat May 09, 2009 4:57 pm
Forum: Sterling Manufacturers ~ American after-1860
Topic: Art Nouveau Hand Wrought bowl Unidentified Maker
Replies: 2
Views: 2322

Art Nouveau Hand Wrought bowl Unidentified Maker

I purchased bowl or centerpiece this weekend and in spite of my best efforts, I am unable to identify the manufacturer. I've combed through my books and most websites I am familiar with but have had no luck. Any help would be appreciated. http://i44.tinypic.com/2urxsed.jpg http://i44.tinypic.com/2nr...
by Abbott
Sat May 09, 2009 4:40 pm
Forum: Sterling Manufacturers ~ American after-1860
Topic: Gorham sterling "Hands Up" ash tray?
Replies: 4
Views: 3002

This was part of a desk set

The motif gives a clue as to the date of manufacture, I believe they were made in the early 1920's. I have owned and seen a number of identical pieces and pieces that were from the desk set. I can't recall at the moment but I believe there is a an older silver magazine article on the the subject of ...

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