Silver Pieces - The Strange and Peculiar: 2017-01-15

The Story Behind this Blog

Being from the South, Silver is a very big part of my life. It doesn't have anything to do with wealth. Although those with more money - old money, tend to have more of it. New money tend not to spend their money on Silver. They do not have the appreciation for the warmth of the metal, the beauty of the patina, the story it tells of the generations past who have used it. A true southern girl comes of age when she chooses her silver pattern, long before she chooses her mate. If she is smart, she chooses that of her mother, grandmother, or favorite great aunt who in their benevolence will pass their silver on to her. It is the pieces in those sets, the pieces on our tables, along with the pieces we find in the corners of the displays in antique stores that prompted me to start this blog. They are beautiful, they are odd, but what are they, and what in the hell do you do with them?

Friday, January 20, 2017

Newcastle by Gorham

Newcastle was introduced by Gorham in 1895. With its simple beaded edge, this is traditional looking pattern.

Strawberry Fork (4 7/8 inches)

Tomato Server (7 3/4 inches)

Large Chip Beef Fork (6 5/8 inches)

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

Intermezzo by National Silver Co

National Silver introduced Intermezzo in 1940. It was designed by Arthur A. Eisenberg.

Salad Fork (6 3/8 inches)

Gumbo Soup Spoon (7 inches)

Roast Carving Knife (14 1/2 inches)

Monday, January 16, 2017

Wood Wind by Reed and Barton

This is a relatively new pattern, being introduced in 1986. Woodwind by Reed and Barton is now discontinued. It is a simple but elegant pattern with a double lined edge and small detail on the end of the terminal.

Sugar Shell (6 1/4 inches)

Hollow Handle Knife (9 inches)

Lasagne Server (10 1/2 inches)