Silverware / Flatware
10 Tips for Collecting and Buying Silverware
“How can I tell if my flatware is sterling or silverplated?” This is the most frequently-asked question at SilverCollect.com. If it doesn’t have the word “sterling”, then it most likely is not sterling silver. The word “sterling” is found on American silver dating after 1860. Early American silver is very rare and was usually marked... »
How to Detect Modified Sterling and Silverplate Flatware
A number of modified flatware pieces regularly appear for sale on the internet at both auction and fixed-price web sites. A modified flatware item is a commonly-found piece which has been altered to make it appear to be a more valuable, rare or collectible piece. A large number of modifications occur with collectible or... »
Style Your Table
If you love the unique and modern, check out this new design and color in stainless flatware. The work of a third-generation, family-run business, Almoco Flatware has a gently curved shape that fits comfortably in your hand. The classic pattern satisfies the need for a simple and timeless aesthetic… And it is dishwasher safe! Available at Design... »
Antique Whiting Sterling Teaspoons
Special promotion for our blog readers and subscribers - Our antique 1900 Duke of York sterling teaspoons are currently marked down from $17.99 to $15.99 each. Get an additional 20% discount off this sale price by purchasing 12 spoons using this special coupon code at checkout 06121407. This is a savings of more... »
The Most Popular 1847 Rogers Bros. Patterns in 1896
According to 1847 Rogers Bros., its most popular silverplate flatware patterns in 1896 were Vesta, Shell and Etruscan, as shown in the antique ad below. The 9 inch knife as shown in the ad was only available in the Shell pattern. Patterns from left to right: Shell Teaspoon and Dessert Spoon. Vesta Teaspoon and Dessert... »
Stainless Flatware – Replacing the Family Silver?
For hundreds of years, families have treasured the silver flatware passed down from Mom or Grandma. There is a relative newcomer catching up and on its way to becoming one of America’s favorite family heirlooms. This new family heirloom is the stainless steel flatware set your mother or grandmother passed down to you. Just as... »
The 1847 Rogers Girl
From 1899 until 1909, International Silver used a girl’s head with bonnet in advertising campaigns. In 1909 Advertising Manager, William G. Snow, developed his idea of using a full-size, real model costumed in 1847 attire. The 1847 Girl toured the country advertising silverware, and appeared in vaudeville theaters, jewelry stores and events where she... »
Viande or Grille Flatware Sets
Inspired by a 1920s design by Finnish architect and designer, Eliel Saarinen, the viande or grille flatware set was born. Viande is a French word for meat. The term used to describe the style evolved into Grille which is a variation of the French term for cooked on a grill or broiled. Another term... »
More on 1936 Coronation Silverplate Flatware
Previously, we posted a couple of entries about 1936 Coronation silverplate flatware and holloware. We’ve been asked to provide a bit more info on the flatware, particularly those pieces produced in addition to the regular place setting pieces. Below is a 1946 advertisement showing some of the pieces in production at that time. Flatware pieces... »
Brief History of the Fork
While knives and spoons have such a venerable record that they cannot be attributed to any one place or time of origin, the introduction of the fork can be more definitely traced. The design of the fork is very ancient. Large forks are referred to as having been found in the remains of early... »
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