American Southern Bright Cut Engraved Silver Tea Tongs, c. 1780. By John Ross of Baltimore, Maryland. Magnificent condition. No monogram. Marked on each arm IR in a rectangle. 6 inches.
Pair of Late Colonial Period Philadelphia, Pa. Silver Teaspoons by Joseph Shoemaker, 1764-1829, c. 1790, Wonderful condition. Original engraved initials T.H.C. L. in fancy script. Hallmarked J pellet SHOEMAKER in a rectangle. 5 3/8 inches.
Rare Trenton NJ Silver Mustard Spoon by Samuel Coleman, c .1790. Original engraved initials L.H.C.W. Very finely made. Marked S. COLEMAN. 4 1/4 inches long.
Very Rare Set of 12 Colonial Boston Silver Bright Cut Teaspoons, c. 1768. By Alexander Crouckshanks. Downturned rounded-end handle and oval bowls. Feather edge decoration on front and short back mid rib. The oval bowl with double drop. Marked on handle back A pellet E in a rectangle for Alexander Crouckshanks. Inscribed on front of handle in feather edge cartouche in shaded feathered script, A.W. Perfect condition. See Patricia Kane, Colonial Massachusetts Silversmiths & Jewelers, pg. 360. ...click for details
American Coin Silver Mustard Spoon by Joseph Raynes of Lowell, Mass., c. 1840-50. Original engraved initials F.R.J. Silversmith's mark is worn (RAYNES) but still legible. Perfect for a mustard pot. Excellent condition. 3 7/8 inches.
Early Philadelphia Silver Eyeglasses by James McAlister, c. 1840. For William Meredith (1722-1844.) He was a very prominent attorney and his father was a very prominent merchant and friend of George Washington. See The Lives of Eminent Philadelphians by Henry Simpson, 1859. Marked McAlister, Phila and with engraved initials M.W.. Case is also signed. All information will be suppled to buyer. 4 1/2 inches wide(Glasses).
Five Early Philadelphia Engraved Tablespoons, c. 1846. By Robert and William Wilson. Marked R&W WILSON, PHILADA. Condition: Two have a very slight bend of the bowl and some teeny tiny dents in bowl. The tips are excellent. 8 1/2 inches.
Early Newark, New Jersey Silver Tablespoon by Benjamin Cleveland, c. 1815. With original initials in flowery script, A.E.N. Condition is very fine. Marked B.CLEVELAND in a serrated conforming rectangle. Top quality and weight. 9 inches.
Early Philadelphia Coin Silver Fruit Knife with Nut Pick, c. 1840. Originally made for M.J.P. Great condition with a few nicks on blade. Pseudo marks of an eagle, W and a bust. A nice piece. 3 1/4 inches closed. 5 3/4 inches open.
Two Mid 19th Century Coin Silver Tablespoons by Whiting for Ball, Black & Co. Circa 1860. Le Cordon pattern. Original engraved initials in fancy script, F.A.G. Outstanding condition. A couple of small impressed marks and BALL, BLACK & CO. Great condition. Almost 6 ounces. 8 1/2 inches.