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, July 17, 2020

H 350 by Gorham

Another one of Gorham's "H" pattern, H350 is a beautiful example of sterling flatware with a floral pattern.

Grape by Gorham

Gorham's Grape pattern is one o their older one, dating back to 1880.

Pie Knife (9 1/2 inches)

Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Golden Scroll by Gorham

Gorham's Golden Scroll dates back to 1977, a newer pattern in the scheme of things.

Seafood/ Cocktail Fork (5 5/8 inches)

Cream Ladle (5 1/4 inches)

Individual Fish Fork (HH) (7 7/8 inches)


Small 2 Piece Steak Carving Set

Monday, July 13, 2020

Eventide by Gorham

Gorhan's Eventide pattern dates back to 1936.

Sugar Spoon (6 inches)



Dinner Fork (7 /8 inches)



Flat Handle Master Butter Knife (7 1/8 inches)



Iced Teaspoon (7 1/4 inches)