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?
Showing posts with label Tomato Server. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tomato Server. Show all posts

Monday, August 9, 2021

Gossamer by Gorham

 Gorham's Gossamer pattern was introduced in 1965. It was designed by J. Russell Price. Price designed for several companies. His work includes Rosemary by Easterling (1944) as well as Epic for Gorham (1941), King Edward for Gorham (1936), Chapel Bells for Alvin (1939), as well as Greenbrier for Gorham (1938). This pattern is also offered in a Gold Vermeil version.

Sugar Spoon (6 inches)



Salad Fork (6 3/4 inches)



Tomato Server (8 3/8 inches)





Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Lasting Spring by Onieda

Onieda's Lasting Spring pattern dates back to 1942. It is a simple design with a small detail on the upper side of the terminal.


Pierced Tablespoon (8 1/4 inches)


Tomato Server (7 5/8 inches)



Sugar Tongs (3 5/8 inches)


Large Roast Carving Knife (11 1/2 inches)







Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Colonade by Manchester

 In 1936 Manchester introduced their Colonade pattern. It is an art deco pattern designed by Frank S. Trumbull.


Iced Tea Spoon (7 3/8 inches)



Tomato Server (8 1/8 inches)


Gravy Ladle (6 inches)


Butter Knife (7 1/4 inches)










Friday, January 8, 2021

Aristocrat by Towle

Aristocrat by Towle dates back to 1934. It was designed by Harold E. Nock. Other patterns designed for Towle by Nock include Old Master,  Old Lace (1939), D'Orleans (1932), Candlelight (1934), Royal Windsor (1935), Virginia Carvel (1919), Rambler Rose (1937), Chased Diana (1925), Lady Constance,  and Lady Mary.

Orange Spoon (5 7/8 inches)



Tomato Server (7 3/8 inches)


Dinner Knife (HH) (9 1/2 inches)





Monday, September 7, 2020

Number 1 by Baker Manchester

In 1914 Baker Manchester introduced their Number 1 pattern. 

Tomato Server (7 1/2 inches)

Baker Manchester NO 1 (Sterling, 1914) Tomato Server, Solid Piece

Casserole Spoon (10 inches)

Baker Manchester NO 1 (Sterling, 1914) Casserole Spoon with Smooth Silverplate Bowl

Cream Ladle (6 1/4 inches)

Baker Manchester NO 1 (Sterling, 1914) Solid Piece Cream Ladle

Large Lettuce Serving (8 3/8 inches)

Baker Manchester NO 1 (Sterling, 1914) Large Lettuce Serving Fork





Friday, August 21, 2020

Rosemary by Easterling

Easterling's Rosemary pattern dates back to 1944. It was designed by James Russell Price who also designed Epic for Gorham (1941),  King Edward  for Gorham (1936),   Chapel Bells for Alvin (1939), as well as Greenbrier for Gorham (1938).

Master Butter (7 inches)

Easterling Rosemary (Sterling, 1944) Flat Handle Master Butter Knife

Jelly Server (6 1/4 inches)
Easterling Rosemary (Sterling, 1944) Large Solid Jelly Server

Cocktail Fork(5 /8 inches)

Easterling Rosemary (Sterling, 1944) Cocktail/Seafood Fork


Tomato Server (8 1/8 inches)
Easterling Rosemary (Sterling, 1944) Tomato Server, Solid Piece


Friday, August 7, 2020

Melrose by Gorham

J. Russell Price designed Melrose for Gorham. The pattern was introduced in 1948. Price also designed King Edward  for Gorham (1936),   Chapel Bells for Alvin (1939), Epic for Gorham (1941), as well as Greenbrier for Gorham (1938).


Short Handle Olive Fork (5 1/4 inches)
Gorham Silver Melrose (Sterling, 1948, No Monograms) Short Handle Pickle/Olive Fork

Mustard Spoon (5 inches)

Gorham Silver Melrose (Sterling, 1948, No Monograms) Mustard Spoon

Fish Fork (HH) (7 /4 inches)
Gorham Silver Melrose (Sterling, 1948, No Monograms) Individual Hollow Fish Fork, Stainless Tines

Tomato Server (8 1/8 inches)

Gorham Silver Melrose (Sterling, 1948, No Monograms) Tomato Server, Solid Piece


Wednesday, February 5, 2020

Milan by Gorham

George Wilkinson designed Milan for Gorham in 1885. 

Tomato Server (8 1/8 inches)

Gorham Silver Milan (Sterling, 1885) Tomato Server, Solid Piece

Berry Spoon (8 7/8 inches)

Gorham Silver Milan (Sterling, 1885) Bright Cut Solid Large Berry/Casserole Spoon

Monday, August 19, 2019

Fleetwood by Manchester

Manchester's Fleetwood pattern was introduced in 1910.

Small Steak Carving Knife (10 3/4 inches)

Manchester Fleetwood (Sterling, 1910) Small Steak Carving Knife with Stainless Blade

Mustard Spoon (4 3/4 inches)

Manchester Fleetwood (Sterling, 1910) Mustard Spoon

Tomato Server (8 1/8 inches)

Manchester Fleetwood (Sterling, 1910) Tomato Server, Solid Piece

Fork (7 inches)

Manchester Fleetwood (Sterling, 1910) Fork


Monday, July 1, 2019

BLS7 by Blackinton

Blackinton's BLS7 pattern dates back to 1915.

Sugar Tongs (4 inches)



Demitasse Spoon (4 inches)




Tomato Server (7 1/2 inches)



Lettuce Fork (8 1/4 inches)

Monday, May 6, 2019

Georgian Shell by Frank Whiting

Charles F. Simms designed Georgian Shell for Frank Whiting. It was introduced in 1948. Simms also designed Liberty (1916) for Watson, and Martha Hilton (1914) for Watson, and Talisman Rose (1948) for Frank Whiting. 

Tomato Server (7 5/8 inches)


Lemon Fork (5 inches)



Flat Handle Butter Spreader (6 inches)


Cold Meat Serving Fork (7 1/2 inches)



Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Clermont by Gorham

Clermont was introduced by Gorham in 1915. It was designed by Barton P. Jenks who also designed Hunt Club (1930) for Durgin and Marlborough by Watson (1918).

Tomato Server (6 1/4 inches)



Fruit/Orange Spoon (5 7/8 inches)



Ramekin Fork (4 7/8 inches)




Poultry Shears 



Monday, February 11, 2019

Coronet By Lunt

Coronet was introduced by Lunt in 1932.

Five O'Clock Teaspoon ( 5 3/4  Inches)





Baby Fork



Tomato Server )9 1/4 inches)



Bon Bon Tongs (3 5/8 inches)






Wednesday, January 16, 2019

Doric by Manchester

Manchester's Doric pattern was introduced in 1932. The design had art deco lines. 

Lemon Fork (5 inches)



Tomato Server (7 5/8 inches)



One Tine Butter Pick (5 7/8 inches)



2-Piece Steak Carving Set