Vintage and Antique Sterling Silver Giftware

Vintage 835 silver dinner bell that portrays a colonial era woman and was made in Peru. This woman wears a "tapada" - a headcovering worn in the cities enabling women to go out and about, incognito. It covered all except one eye! This bell stands 3" tall and up to 1 3/4" wide. It is marked 835 Peru and weighs 68.3 grams or 2.2 troy ounces. The design is exellent, with lots of detail. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $8.50, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

"Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence for her (left) shoe." If you or someone you know is getting married soon, why not get an vintage silver British sixpence? A Sixpence in her Shoe is to wish the bride and groom wealth. This one is dated 1944, it is in good condition with a portrait of the young George VI. It will come is a nice gift box (see inset photo). Insured Shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from most foreign countries are no problem.

Note on British sixpence: Only those made up until 1919 are made of sterling silver. Those made between 1920 and 1946 are made of .500 (50%) silver, while those made between 1947 and 1967 are made of a copper-nickel alloy.

A 5 1/2 inch souvenir spoon of "Bellows Falls VT" and has the maker's mark for Towle Company. Very nice engraved handle, with hand engraved and embossed senic bow. In very good condition! The back of the handle is maked with the Towle mark, Sterling, and Pat 1891. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Antique Hanau silver frame with ornate French Rocco style that includes cherubs and dolphins. This frame measures almost 6 1/2" tall by 4 3/4" wide and weighs 3.29 troy ounces. The easel back has several hallmarks or marks from an unknown maker (see inset photos). On the back are 4 tabs to hold in place a photo, mirror, or small work of art. The open display area in front is roughly 3" by 2 1/4. The style of the frame and the presence of pseudo hallmarks indicate that it was most likely made in Hanau Germany, C1880. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $9.50‚ and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom‚ Australia‚ and most foreign countries are no problem.

Danish sterling silver 1999 annual spoon with gilt finish by Georg Jensen of Copenhagen. This elegant spoon is 6" long and weighs 43.7 grams or 1.4 ozs. Troy. The handle is accented with red currants done in enamel. It is in excellent original condition, with no monograms or repairs. The spoon has 99% of the original finish is present, with no buffing or machine polishing. There are some small spots of wear to the gold on the back, and some very light scratches. Sorry no box. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Beautiful, old Victorian era sterling silver match safe or Vesta by made by Gorham. This lovely old match safe has a great, almost Art Nouveau, design with florishes and scrolls and flower buds. It measures 2 5/8" x 1 1/4" and is in excellent condition (no dings). It clearly bears the Gorham mark on the inside of the lip, along with a "sterling" mark and the number #B3802. It opens and closes just fine. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $8.50, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Vintage English silver plated tastevin or wine tasting cup. The cup measures slightly over 3" across (not including the handle). Quality is very good, excellent design and weighty construction (3.43 ounces). The bottom of the tastevin is marked "Barker Ellis Made in England". Condition is excellent, no dings, dents, or worn plating. Insured shipping in the USA will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Historical Background: Almost completely covered in dips‚ rises‚ and ridges‚ tastevins were designed to harness and magnify the dim candlelight of a winecellar‚ thus enabling the winemaker or cellarman to monitor the color and clarity of the wine during maturation. Though modern electric lighting has rendered tastevins obsolete‚ you can still see them displayed around the neck of a traditional sommelier as a mark of their craft. A thoughtful gift for your favorite wine lover.

Set of English miniatures in sterling silver. The set consists of four pieces: sugar, creamer, cup, and saucer. All were made by Cornelius Saunders and Frank Shepherd and are date marked 1905. The sugar and creamer are 5/8" tall by up to 1 1/8" wide (this includes the handles on the sugar bowl). The cup with the saucer under it is 3/8" tall by 1" wide. Condition of all the pieces is excellent and all are marked CS star FS. Insured shipping in the USA will be $8.50, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Vintage sterling silver bookmark that was made in Mexico with a siesta man and cactus. This bookmark is marked "Sterling Mexico" and measures 1 7/8" x 1 3/8". It is in good vintage condition with no problems. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and purchases of multiple items is automatically discounted.

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Vintage English sterling silver liquor decanter tag or label for rum. The chain is 6-1/2" long and the tag itself measures 2-1/4" by 2-1/4. On the back are English hallmarks that indicate the the item was assayed in Birmingham in 1952. The makers mark is "T S". This tag is in very good condition and will add the perfect touch of luxury to your bar. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

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Vintage English sterling silver liquor decanter tag or label for gin. The chain is 6-1/2" long and the tag itself measures 2-1/4" by 2-1/4. On the back are English hallmarks that indicate the the item was assayed in Birmingham in 1952. The makers mark is "T S". This tag is in very good condition and will add the perfect touch of luxury to your bar. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Very nice handmade sterling silver bookmark in the Modernist style. Made in the 1970's or 1980's it is signed with the letter N in a mountain and "Sterling". This bookmark measures 2 3/4" long and the top is 1 1/4" wide. Condition is very good for this unique bookmark. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Vintage Native American sterling silver bookmark made by Hopi Dawn Lucas. This bookmark has an L-shaped top with a bear silhouette accented with turquoise. The rest has hand stamped bear paw tracks. It measures 4-3/4" long and almost 1/2" wide. Condition of this previously owned bookmark is excellent. The back has the initials "DL" and is marked sterling. According to Bille Hougart's "Little book of Marks on Southwestern Silver" this is the mark of Hopi Dawn Lucas. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, shipping costs for multiple purchases is automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Antique Unger Bros. Art Nouveau sterling cigarette case with smoking woman, not monogramed. This case measures 3 1/4 X 3 1/4", and weighs 2.67 OZT. It is marked "UB Sterling 925 Fine UB". Condition is very good with minor dings on two front corners, and one on the edge of the back. The case opens and closes fine and so does the bar for holding down the cigarettes.

The Gorham snowflake is by far the most popular snowflake ornament. The company first introduced it's annual Christmas ornament in 1970, and the back of this piece is marked "Gorham Sterling Christmas 1970". It is in very good condition with some slight surface scratching on the back of it. It measures 3" across and weighs 19.8 grams. Sorry no box or cloth sleeve. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $8.50. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

This Gorham snowflake shaped ornament has fine repousse work and is decorated with an intricate pattern. The silver ornament is marked "Gorham Sterling Christmas 1971". In excellent condition with no problems. It measures 3" across and weighs 18.5 grams. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00. Sorry no box or cloth sleeve.

Vintage 800 silver bookmark that features the coat of Arms of Uruguay, C1950. The bookmark measures 3-7/8" by almost 5/8" and is marked "800 Uruguay" on the back. The coat of arms on the top has been highlighted with gold wash or gold overlay. The bookmark is in very good condition with minor wear. A very nice substantial, large bookmark. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

This is silver thimble marked in the apex for Simons Brothers and Company, C1900's. It has a floral pattern around the band. It is also marked Sterling over a 9 (size) and engraved "W". It is in very good condition, it has no holes, and is not out of round. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automtaically discounted.

Vintage sterling silver thimble for sewing or quilting, C1970. It a nice stamped design, with a look that is both utilitarian and decorative. It is in good condition with no holes, and is in round. This thimble is not marked sterling but was gently acid tested and found to be made of sterling silver. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Genuine Tiffany & Co. sterling silver round tag key ring. This is a genuine Tiffany item, and was previously owned. It has just been repolished by a silversmith and measures almost 1-3/4" tall. Excellent condition, weighing 23 grams, like new. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Antique Chinese export silver figurine of a fisherman C1900. This figurine is 2-1/8" high by 1-1/8" wide (not including the fishing pole). The bottom is marked Chongwoo 85 with a mark in Chinese. Condition is excellent with no problems to note. The weight is 13.3 grams or 0.42 ounces. A fine example of Chinese export silver! Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.50, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from most foreign countries are no problem.

Sterling Silver bookmark made by Lunt. This bookmark measures 3/4" wide by 2 1/2" tall, and the top can be engraved. It has a polished finish, weighs 5.8 grams, and is in very good condition. The back is marked "Lunt Sterling 17". Insured Shipping in the USA will be $5.00.

A 5 inch souvenir spoon of "Bermuda" and has the makers mark "BMCO" for Breadner Co. LTD of Quebec, Canada. Very nice flowers in cream and green enamel on the handle. In very good condition with no enamel problems! The back of the handle is also marked "Sterling" and the spoon weighs 1/2 troy ounce. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Vintage 1950's commercial copy of a Navajo spoon in sterling silver. This spoon measures 3-1/2" long and weighs .19 troy ounces. The top of the handle has a crossed arrows and down lower on the handle are other stamped designs. The spoon is marked sterling with the Maisels kachina trade mark. Condition of the spoon is excellent. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from most foreign countries are no problem.

Post 1945 George Jensen sterling silver compact designed by Harald Nielsen. The face of the compact features a grid of floral and scroll engravings which are very lovely. The piece is approximately 2 5/8" in diameter and weighs 82 grams. This beautiful compact is in excellent condition. The mirror shows no fogging and there are no dings in the metal. It comes with a powder puff and with its original felt pouch from the Georg Jensen Fifth Avenue store in New York. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $9.50, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Oversize vintage sterling silver cigarette case by Wadsworth. Approximately 3" x 5 1/4" 3/8" deep and weighs 5.3 troy ounces. It has ribbed Deco like design on the front and the back is plain. On the inside it is marked Wadsworth, STERLING, MADE IN USA. Very good condition no dings, dents, or scratches. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $8.50, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

Vintage sterling silver pill box with a overlay design of Cusco Cathedral in Peru. This pill box measures 2" by 1-1/2" and is marked Peru 925 wigh a rubbed makers mark. This box is a small work of art and in excellent condition. It closes well, has no dings or dents, and weighs 1.46 ounces or 45.5 grams. Insured shipping in the USA will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from most foreign countries are no problem.

Sterling silver tea spoon raised lily design handle. The pattern is Easter Lily and is by Alvin. The inside of the bowl was engraved "Helen 1906". It in excellent condition (no dings, dents, or deep scratches). The spoon has just been hand polished and looks lovely! Lastly, the back of the handle is marked "sterling" and the top of the bowl has the Alvin trade mark. Please click on the main image to see both photos of this item. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from most foreign countries are no problem.

Nice vintage sterling spoon is a souvenir of Jamaica. The demitasse size spoon has wonderful detail. The top of the handle has the Jamaican coat of arms in enamel. The back of the handle is marked RB and also has the English Birmingham assay office sterling marks for 1961 / 1962. It measures about 4 1/8” long and is in very nice condition with minor wear. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Great sterling silver figural spoon, featuring a West Point Cadet. He is wonderfully detailed on both the front and the back. This spoon measures 4.25" long, weighs 1/2 ounce, and is hallmarked for Watson. It is in wonderful condition and will arrive already polished. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Nice C1900 sterling silver souvenir spoon made to commemorate a trip to Catalina Island in California. This spoon measures 5.25" long, weighs almost 1/2 ounce, and has the Simpson, Hall & Miller Co trademark. The spoon is also marked "Sterling". It is in wonderful condition and will arrive already polished. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $7.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

Antique Silverplate Spoons Depicting Military historical personalities Lord Kitchener, Earl Beatty, and Joseph Joffre. The handles are very nice portraits of each military figure and are marked with their names. All are made ROGERS and in excellent condition, showing minimum for age. They measuring about close to 6 inch long. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

A Danish silver plated cigarette case. The front of case features a scene of men and women sitting around a barrel in a courtyard with trees and buildings in the background. Flip-top of case is activated by pressing on front panel. The case measures 2-1/4" wide by 3-5/8" tall. It is signed on bottom "DENMARK" followed by an outline of a fish. Insured shipping in the USA will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted.

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Lovely small sterling silver photo frame, C1950. The sterling frame is in near mint condition with a lovely design and measures 3-1/2" across. The velvet back is in good/fair condition with some discoloration and a repair to the ribbon as it meets the easel. Please click on the main image to see photos of the sterling mark, back, and repair. The repair was well done and is very stable. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.

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Vintage Tiffany & Co sterling silver bookmark with wrapped present design. It measures 2" by almost 1 1/2" and is signed "Tiffany & Co Sterling 925" on the back. The bookmark has a new navy blue tassel and is in very good condition with minor wear. Sorry no original box or flannel pouch but the bookmark will come in a lovely gift box. Insured shipping in the USA and Canada will be $6.00, and shipping costs for multiple purchases are automatically discounted. Orders from the United Kingdom, Australia, and most foreign countries are no problem.