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, March 24, 2017

Bridal Wreath by Baker Manchester

Another "Bridal" pattern, Baker Manchester introduced Bridal Wreath in 1915.

Salad Fork (6 inches)



French Hollow Knife (9 inches)



Twisted Master Butter Knife (7 inches)










Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Asparagus Server (Part 4)

I have posted on the elegant Asparagus Server several times before.

Majestic by Alvin (9 1/4 inches)

 

Florentine by Alvin (9 3/8 inches)




Lily by Whiting (10 1/4 inches)





Monday, March 20, 2017

George II by Watson

Watson introduced their George II pattern in 1937.

Salad Fork (6 5/8 inches)



Butter Spreader ( 6 1/2 inches)



Salad Serving Spoon (9 inches)



Pickle Fork (5 3/4 inches)