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	January/February 2025	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Souvenir Spoons Featuring the Roman Amphitheatre: Rome & Arles	Robert M. Wilhelm	Gladiatorial Spoons
A Probable Unlisted Joseph Seymour Coin Silver Mark	Ann Kinne	A partial set of fourteen pieces of family coin silver
Shiebler Leaf-Form Silver: An Intriguing Aesthetic Development	David Diamond	An Artistic Look at George W. Shiebler
Donald Gilmore, Sideline Silversmith	Carolyn Law and Bill Stamats	An interesting dive into the Donald Gilmore

	November/December 2024	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
When Silver Meets Glass	Dean Six	A Beautiful melding of two elements
A First Mark for Natchez Silversmith Adney C. Downs	Catherine B. Hollan	A look into the Silversmith
Enameled Souvenir Spoon Bowls of the Bay of Naples: Umbrella Pines, Mt. Vesuvius, Castel dell’Ovo	Robert M. Wilhelm	Beautiful images of Enameled Spoons
Mr. Jorrocks Vesta Cases	Neil Shapiro	A Look into these astonishing cases

	September/October 2024	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Chinese Export Silver Flatware Servers	Dale E. Bennett	an in-depth look into Chinese Silver Flatware Servers
Small Collectible English Silver Flatware of the 18th Century	Gary Bottomley	a 17th Century look at English Silver
A Collector's Quest: A Marker Identified	Byron M. Getchell	Finely executed pieces of flatware are occasionally found bearing nothing more than a standard mark.
Harvard University Souvenir Spoons	Michelle P. Wilhelm	Unique Harvard Spoons from amazing locations

	July/August 2024	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Veal & Wood and George Sharp Jr.—Two Silversmithing Establishments of Atlanta	Catherine B. Hollan	Contrasting the 2 silversmiths of Atlanta
The Girls of Gotham and Their Silver Fads, 1902-1907	Pansylea Howard Willburn	The girls of Gotham
Henry-Nicolas Cousinet (1696-1768), Parisian Silversmith: An Investigationinto Fame and Anonymity	Thomas Penin	An in-depth look at Henry-Nicolas Cousinet
Unique European Souvenir Spoons: Frankfurt, Riva, Anvers, Venice, Potsdam, Verona	Robert M. Wilhelm	Unique European Spoons from amazing locations

	May/June 2024	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
The Mystery of the English Fork /Slice Servers	Dale E. Bennett	The Mystery the English Fork and Slice Server
Bob’s Surahi	Chitra Balasubramaniam	Exquisite shots of the Surahi
Gorham’s California Poppy Commision: Part 2	Ann Wagner	Part 2 of Gorham's California Poppy story
“In It with Both Her Little Feet” The Baby Ruth Souvenir Spoon	Robert M. Wilhelm	Delving into the story behind the Baby Ruth Souvenir Spoon
Editorial	Bob Slater	Gorham Manufacturing Company

	March/April 2024	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Russian Silver Flatware Servers	Dale E. Bennett	Delving into Russian Silver Flatware Servers
Exquisitely Pearl From 8 to 5,000	Jack Leonhardt	A brief glimpse into exquisite mother of pearl pieces
Gorham’s California Poppy Commission Part 1	Ann Wagner	Part 1 of Gorham's California Poppy story
Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891. Part 3	Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D	Part 3 of Souvenir Spoons Patented

	January/February 2024	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Gans Silver Collection at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond: Part I	Caroline Rubinstein	A look at the Gans Silver Collection at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
History Lessons from Silver Part 2	Paul D. Woolf, M.D. & Nancy S. Woolf, MD	A continuation of the History Lessons from Silver article
Borrowing Design Ideas from the Past	Christine Erratt	A brief reflection on the ideas from the past
Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891. Part 2	Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D	Part 2 of Souvenir Spoons Patented

	November/December 2023	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Australian Corrugated Silver Series	Christine Erratt	Tracking Australia's Corrugated Silver
Interwoven: The Art of Indigo & Silver	Kaminer Haislip	An Artistic Look into Kaminer Haislip's World
From the Beginning: The South Carolina Silver Society	Judy Anderson, Kay Durham, and Frank White	The beginnings of the South Carolina Silver Society
Coin Silver	Silver Magazine Staff	We dip into the archives to talk about Coin Silver
Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in 1891. Part 1	Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D	Part 1 of Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891

	September/October 2023	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Colonial Silver from India - an inherent Raj tradition	Chitra Balasubramaniam	Some beautiful images from the Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts
Du Barry Pierced by Wm. B. Durgin Co. Part Two	Tim and Sally Blewett	Part two of the story of Du Barry
Coin Silver	Silver Magazine Staff	We dip into the archives to talk about Coin Silver
The Ramona Souvenir Spoon	Robert M. Wilhelm	Exploring the Ramona Souvenir Spoons

	July/August 2023	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Du Barry Pierced by Wm. B. Durgin Co. Part One	Tim and Sally Blewett	Part one of the story of Du Barry
Silverplate Large & Small Round Trays From the Canadian National Railway	Rowland L Matteson	We dip into the archives for another Rowland L Matteson article
Art Deco, Art Nouveau, And Arts And Crafts Silver In The Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts - Richmond	Caroline Rubinstein	Some beautiful images from the Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts
Unique European Souvenir Spoons: Frankfurt, Riva, Anvers, Venice, Potsdam, Verona	Robert M. Wilhelm	A selection of Souvenir Spoons from Europe

	May/June 2023	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Silver Collection Portland Oregon Art Museum	Caroline Rubinstein	A wonderful look through the Oregon Art Museum.
Scottish Provincial Sugar Tongs From Paisley, 1806	Rowland L Matteson	A look at Scottish Provincial Sugar Tongs.
The Twentieth Silver Triennale International at the German Goldsmiths’ House Hanau, Germany: A Short Report of Contemporary Silversmithing	By Karolina Stefanski, Ph.D.	Beautiful images from the House Hanau in Germany.
Apollo & Artemis/Diana Bonbon Spoons	Robert M. Wilhelm	A selection of Souvenir Spoons for the Gods..

	March/April 2023	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
A Singular Joseph Warner Silver Punch Ladle	Donald L. Fennimore	Diving into Deleware's most active and successful silversmiths.
Silver Collection Grosvenor Museum – Chester, England [Part 2]	Caroline Rubinstein	Part 2 of a wonderful look through the Grosvenor Museum in England.
Silver From Burma	Chitra Balasubramaniam	A look into the diversity and beauty of some of India's silver pieces.
Souvenir Spoons of Three Famos Churches in N.Y.C	Robert M. Wilhelm	A selection of Souvenir Spoons from three famous New York City churches.

	January/February 2023	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
The Silver Baroness At 95!	Benie Colvin	Celebration of the Silver Baroness!
Silver Collection Grosvenor Museum – Chester, England [Part 1]	Caroline Rubinstein	Part 1 of a wonderful look through the Grosvenor Museum in England
Making a Silver Toddy Ladle by Hand from a Sterling Coin	Ronald L. Erratt	A beautiful process, caught in pictures..
The Shepard Manufacturing Company:	Robert M. Wilhelm	Painted, Enamel, and Engraved Souvenir Spoons from the Shepard Manufacturing.

	November/December 2022	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
An 1809 Snusdosa From Stockholm	Rowland L Matteson	Learn the fascinating history behind the Swedish snusdosa.
Caleb Warner and Cuthbert Warner, Part One: Which Early American Silversmith Made My Spoons Marked “C. Warner”?	Molly Warner	Molly Warner goes on a search to discover possible family ties to some heirloom spoons.
A New Eagle Mark?	Catherine Hollan	A reader request about an unknown mark leads to a fascinating search for answers.
The Grand Hotel on the Bay of Naples, Italy	Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D	Discover the rich history behind this beautiful hotel prominently featured on many ornamental pieces.

	September/October 2022	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
An 1809 Snusdosa From Stockholm	Rowland L Matteson	Learn the fascinating history behind the Swedish snusdosa.
Caleb Warner and Cuthbert Warner, Part One: Which Early American Silversmith Made My Spoons Marked “C. Warner”?,	Molly Warner	Molly Warner goes on a search to discover possible family ties to some heirloom spoons.
A New Eagle Mark?	Catherine Hollan	A reader request about an unknown mark leads to a fascinating search for answers.
The Grand Hotel on the Bay of Naples, Italy	Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D	Discover the rich history behind this beautiful hotel prominently featured on many ornamental pieces.

	July/August 2022	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
A Beaker From Borgå (Porvoo)	Rowland L Matteson	A trip to an antique shop in Stockholm led to the discovery of a beaker crafted in the late 1800s. This is his story, along with a description of the beaker.
Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 (Part 5)	William B. Moore	The riveting conclusion to an incredibly informative series cataloging the full history of the silversmiths who developed the history of silver in the Erie area.
Silversmithing in Australia	Christine Erratt	The early history of the trade in the Land Down Under.
Early American and British Silver Collections at the Fogg Museum Harvard: Part Two — Collectors’ Collections	Caroline Rubinstein	A cataloging of the major silver collectors’ collections that were donated to the Fogg Art Museum.
The Old Oaken Bucket Souvenir Spoon	Robert M. Wilhelm, Ph.D	The fascinating history of “The Old Oaken Bucket” and the many beautiful things it inspired.

	May/June 2022	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Souvenir Spoons: Grand Tour Mementoes	Robert M Wilhelm, Ph.D	A Souvenir Spoon tour through Naples and Pompeii
The Charleston	Catherine B. Hollan	South Carolina's tale of one of their silversmiths
Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 {part 4}	William B. Moore	The next chapter of our closer look at Pennsylvania Silversmiths
Early American and British Silver Collections at the Fogg Art Museum Harvard: Part One - Ceremonial Silver	Caroline Rubinstein	An exploration into the Fogg Art Museum

	March/April 2022	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Pan-American Exposition Souvenir Spoons (1901):	Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D	An article about Pan-American Exposition Souvenir Spoons
A Beaker from Kristianstad, 1818	Rowland L. Matteson	Swedish Silver and the story of Kristianstad
Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 {part 3}	William B. Moore	The next chapter of our closer look at Pennsylvania Silversmiths
Nelson-Atkins Art Museum in Kansas City, Missouri Silver Collection	Caroline Rubinstein	An exploration into the Nelson-Atkins Art Museum in Kansas City
Book Review: Hidden Treasures: Re-Assessing South Carolina	Silver Magazine Staff	Catherine Hollan’s newest book on American silver has just been published. This one contains lives and marks, but also many photos of the silver and associated artifacts as well

	January/February 2022	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
The Silver Spoon That Saved The Empire	Thomas Maniotis	What the fall of Constantinople can teach us about Silver
Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 {part 2}	William B. Moore	The next chapter of our closer look at Pennsylvania Silversmiths
Manchester & The Manchester Art Gallery In England Silver Collection	Caroline Rubinstein	An intriguing look into the Manchester Art Gallery in England
A Small Chalice From Rakvere, 1850	Rowland L. Matteson	The mystery surrounding a small chalice
A Box Set of Souvenir Spoons	Robert M. Wilhelm	A Grand Tour of Souvenir Spoons

	November/December 2021	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
When is a Charleston Silver Kettle a Veilleuse?	Catherine B. Hollan	The Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts database provides us with a look at the Charleston Silver Kettle.
Gorham’s Six “White Gold” Bon Bon Scoops Circa 1890: A Study in Variation and Exception	Henry Brown	An in-depth story about the variations of Gorham's Bon Bon Scoops.
Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 [Part 1]	William B. Moore	Part 1 of our closer look at Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths.
The Strawberry in the Dish: A Case of Function Follows Form	Carolyn Law	A delicious use for a fluted, flat-bottomed plate/bowl
State Souvenir Spoons - Mini Lessons in History	Robert M. Wilhelm	A quick look into State Souvenier Spoons

	September/October 2021	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
A Funny Thing Happened While Writing an Article for Silver Magazine	by Henry Brown	Henry Brown provides and responds to some reader feedback he received on a previous Silver Magazine article he wrote.
Wadsworth Atheneum Art Museum Silver Collection	by Caroline Rubinstien	Author Caroline Rubinstein discusses the history and fascinating facts behind the silver pieces housed at Wadsworth Atheneum Art Museum.
A Potpourri of Souvenir Spoon Bowls: Historical, Legendary, Municipal	by Robert M. Wilhelm	Robert Wilhelm shares captivating history behind the designs of some classic silver spoon bowls.

	July/August 2021	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Book Review: Silver Lemon Strainers, 1686-1846	Catherine B. Hollan	Book review of Silver Lemon Strainers, 1686-1846 by author Michael Adams. Adams has identified 893 different lemon strainers primarily from London, Ireland, Scotland, and American and provides images and descriptions of their marks.
The Legendary America’s Cup: The Trophy & The Race	Karolina Stefanski, Ph. D. and Jack Griffin	History of the international sailing race and its iconic trophy, the America's Cup. The authors share beautiful photographs and detailed descriptions on how it was designed and crafted.
Artifacts of the Wholesale Trade: Silver Salesmen’s Samples by Watson & Hildeburn	Richard Archer and Cliff Nunn	The article sheds light on differences between silver wholesalers, retailers, and silversmiths. Examples of coin silver items are illustrated along with marks from Watson & Hildeburn.
Gorham’s Chantilly Souvenir Spoons	Robert M. Wilhelm	History & various examples of sterling souvenir spoons featuring Gorham's most popular silver pattern, Chantilly, designed by William Codman.

	May/June 2021	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Campbell & Youngue: the Montgomery vs. Columbia Controversy	Catherine Hollan	After much research, author Catherine Hollan presents a case for the loaction attribution of silversmiths Campbell & Yongue - Columbia, SC or Montgomery, AL.
5 Ways to Look at Toddy Ladle	Carolyn Law	Examples and history about sterling toddy ladles. The author gives us the where, who, and when these were made - as well as a recipe for a toddy.
The Importance of Silver Among the Seminole Indians of Florida	I.S.K. Reeves V	This article features traditional and ceremonial silver jewelry worn by the Seminole Indians of Florida, as well as influences from foreign countries.
Uncle Sam Souvenir Spoons: Karr, Alvin, Shepard, Inman	Robert M. Wilhelm	History & examples of sterling souvenir spoons depicting Uncle Sam's "I Want You" poster made by various silver manufacturing companies..

	March/April 2021	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
An American Lady’s Role in Making the United Kingdom’s Silver Modern	John Andrew	Commentary and historical anecdotes about how a comment from an American socialite Mrs. Lasky influenced UK silversmith Gerald Benney’s designs in the 1960s.
Arthur Nevill Kirk and Eliel Saarinen: Collaborative Silver Designs	W. Scott Braznell	The author introduces two amazing talents - Kirk a silversmith and Saarinen an architect - from the Cranbrook Academy of Art and showcases their design influences and collaborative efforts producing exceptional pieces of silver.
The Cupid Frieze Souvenir Spoons in the House of the Vettii at Pompeii	Robert M. Wilhelm	History & examples of enameled souvenir spoons depicting cupid friezes found in the House of the Vettii at Pompeii.

	January/February 2021	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
From East to West, and Partway Back: the Journey of James D. Woodyard, Jeweler and Watchmaker "	Cliff Nunn	With the purchase of a pair of coin spoons marked "J.D. Woodyard," the author shares his journey in finding out more about the silversmith and his history - various firms, locations, and vocations.
The Badge in Front of the Man	Don and Toni Fraser	Don Fraser has collected sterling law enforcement badges since childhood and his wife Toni eloquently showcases his collection through images and words. The Frasers provide history of the different types of badges as well as the marks jewelers used when
Traugott Leinbach & George Lindner: A Silver Mark Linking Them as One by History	Henry Brown	"One mark has been linked to two different silversmiths for decades until author Henry Brown researches and ultimately provides proof that the “(eagle) / L / (bust)” mark with no other mark should be attributed to George Lindner. "
The H.J. Heinz Souvenir Birthday Spoons by Cartier	Robert M. Wilhelm	History & examples of H.J. Heinz and his commissioning of a pickle spoon and birthday spoons for his employee's babies, made by Cartier.

	November/December 2020	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
An Interesting Spoon from Augsburg & Its Mystery Arms	Maurice Meslans	The author shares a large serving spoon he purchased at auction made about 1730 by Johann Wagenknecht in Augsburg, Germany. It features coin-like medallions and a coat of arms. Maurice is hoping a reader can help him establis a history of the coat of arm
The Silver Sleuth: How an Ordinary Box Lot Can Turn into a History Lesson	Kirsten Rabe Smolensky	With extra time on her hands due to Covid-19, the author delved deep into boxes of sterling she purchasd years prior. She chronicles her journey in discovering the recipient and history of a presentation tray from 1956 made by Meuck-Cary Co., Inc., New Yo
Silversmith Joseph Bear of New Market, Virginia & Engraver William Wagner of York, Pennsylvania	Catherine Hollan, Laurence Lindberg, and Cliff Nunn	The discovery of a watch paper provides historical intrigue in how silversmith Joseph Bear of New Market, Virginia may have crossed paths with engraver William Wagner of York, Pennsylvania.
Beyond These Borders: A Tablespoon by the Quebec master silversmith Francois Sasseville	Rowland L. Matteson	A tablespoon from Quebec, provides examples of marks from the silversmith Francois Sasseville. There is additional history from other key silversmiths from Quebec and Montreal in the 1800s.
Queen Victoria’s Sexagenarian Anniversary Souvenir Spoon	Robert M. Wilhelm	History & examples of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897 - souvenir spoons and commemorative medals.

	September/October 2020	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Schulz & Fischer’s Homeric Medallion Flatware	Richard Tuck	The article discusses Schulz & Fischer's Homeric pattern with other Medallion patterns of the era with history and silver examples.
Trophies of the Gilded Age: the Collection of J.D. Parks	Karen Rigdon	J.D. Parks and his collection of presentation silver yachting trophies made by Tiffany & Co., as well as history yacht racing in the late 1800s.
How British Silversmiths are Coping with Covid-19	John Andrew	The author interviewed a number of British silversmiths to understand how the Covid-19 virus has affected their businesses and how they are moving forward crafting their silver in new surroundings and "studios."
"More Hand-Painted Souvenir Spoon Bowls: West Baden Springs Hotel — Johns Hopkins Hospital — McKinley Memorial"	Robert M. Wilhelm	History & examples of hand-painted souvenir spoons of various landmarks made by Shepard Mfg. Co., Watson & Newell Co., and an unknown maker.

	July/August 2020	Order This Issue or Article
	Title	Author	Topic
Beyond These Borders: A 19th Century Tablespoon from Borgå, (Porvoo)	Rowland L. Matteson	A nineteenth-century tablespoon from Borgå, Finland, provides examples of marks from the silversmith Jacob Granbom and the date mark for 1846.
A Special Chalice	Osep Tokat	The author translates and interprets the engravings and motifs of an extremely ornate chalice with Armenian scriptures.
Seeing in Silver: The Amazing World of Michael Galmer	Elyse Zorn Karlin	This article provides amazing silver examples from silversmith/sculptor Michael Galmer who is also an artist and jeweler who works in silver to create personal adornments, tableware, and other objects.
The Duhme Silver Company: Cincinnati’s Tiffany of The West, Part 2	Michelle P. Wilhelm	History & examples of souvenir spoons of top landmarks from Cincinnati, OH, made by the Duhme Silver Company.
David H. Friend, Alabama Silversmith	Cliff Nunn	The author illustrates coin silver spoons with the silversmith marks "DHF" and shares his research of how he attributes the mark to the Alabama silversmith David H. Friend.

January/February 2025

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Author

Topic

Souvenir Spoons Featuring the Roman Amphitheatre: Rome & Arles

Robert M. Wilhelm

Gladiatorial Spoons

A Probable Unlisted Joseph Seymour Coin Silver Mark

Ann Kinne

A partial set of fourteen pieces of family coin silver

Shiebler Leaf-Form Silver: An Intriguing Aesthetic Development

David Diamond

An Artistic Look at George W. Shiebler

Donald Gilmore, Sideline Silversmith

Carolyn Law and Bill Stamats

An interesting dive into the Donald Gilmore

November/December 2024

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Author

Topic

When Silver Meets Glass

Dean Six

A Beautiful melding of two elements

A First Mark for Natchez Silversmith Adney C. Downs

Catherine B. Hollan

A look into the Silversmith

Enameled Souvenir Spoon Bowls of the Bay of Naples: Umbrella Pines, Mt. Vesuvius, Castel dell’Ovo

Robert M. Wilhelm

Beautiful images of Enameled Spoons

Mr. Jorrocks Vesta Cases

Neil Shapiro

A Look into these astonishing cases

September/October 2024

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Title

Author

Topic

Chinese Export Silver Flatware Servers

Dale E. Bennett

an in-depth look into Chinese Silver Flatware Servers

Small Collectible English Silver Flatware of the 18th Century

Gary Bottomley

a 17th Century look at English Silver

A Collector's Quest: A Marker Identified

Byron M. Getchell

Finely executed pieces of flatware are occasionally found bearing nothing more than a standard mark.

Harvard University Souvenir Spoons

Michelle P. Wilhelm

Unique Harvard Spoons from amazing locations

July/August 2024

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Title

Author

Topic

Veal & Wood and George Sharp Jr.—Two Silversmithing Establishments of Atlanta

Catherine B. Hollan

Contrasting the 2 silversmiths of Atlanta

The Girls of Gotham and Their Silver Fads, 1902-1907

Pansylea Howard Willburn

The girls of Gotham

Henry-Nicolas Cousinet (1696-1768), Parisian Silversmith: An Investigationinto Fame and Anonymity

Thomas Penin

An in-depth look at Henry-Nicolas Cousinet

Unique European Souvenir Spoons: Frankfurt, Riva, Anvers, Venice, Potsdam, Verona

Robert M. Wilhelm

Unique European Spoons from amazing locations

May/June 2024

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Author

Topic

The Mystery of the English Fork /Slice Servers

Dale E. Bennett

The Mystery the English Fork and Slice Server

Bob’s Surahi

Chitra Balasubramaniam

Exquisite shots of the Surahi

Gorham’s California Poppy Commision: Part 2

Ann Wagner

Part 2 of Gorham's California Poppy story

“In It with Both Her Little Feet” The Baby Ruth Souvenir Spoon

Robert M. Wilhelm

Delving into the story behind the Baby Ruth Souvenir Spoon

Editorial

Bob Slater

Gorham Manufacturing Company

March/April 2024

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Title

Author

Topic

Russian Silver Flatware Servers

Dale E. Bennett

Delving into Russian Silver Flatware Servers

Exquisitely Pearl From 8 to 5,000

Jack Leonhardt

A brief glimpse into exquisite mother of pearl pieces

Gorham’s California Poppy Commission Part 1

Ann Wagner

Part 1 of Gorham's California Poppy story

Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891. Part 3

Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D

Part 3 of Souvenir Spoons Patented

January/February 2024

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Topic

Gans Silver Collection at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond: Part I

Caroline Rubinstein

A look at the Gans Silver Collection at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts

History Lessons from Silver Part 2

Paul D. Woolf, M.D. & Nancy S. Woolf, MD

A continuation of the History Lessons from Silver article

Borrowing Design Ideas from the Past

Christine Erratt

A brief reflection on the ideas from the past

Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891. Part 2

Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D

Part 2 of Souvenir Spoons Patented

November/December 2023

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Author

Topic

Australian Corrugated Silver Series

Christine Erratt

Tracking Australia's Corrugated Silver

Interwoven: The Art of Indigo & Silver

Kaminer Haislip

An Artistic Look into Kaminer Haislip's World

From the Beginning: The South Carolina Silver Society

Judy Anderson, Kay Durham, and Frank White

The beginnings of the South Carolina Silver Society

Coin Silver

Silver Magazine Staff

We dip into the archives to talk about Coin Silver

Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in 1891. Part 1

Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D

Part 1 of Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891

September/October 2023

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Author

Topic

Colonial Silver from India - an inherent Raj tradition

Chitra Balasubramaniam

Some beautiful images from the Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts

Du Barry Pierced by Wm. B. Durgin Co. Part Two

Tim and Sally Blewett

Part two of the story of Du Barry

Coin Silver

Silver Magazine Staff

We dip into the archives to talk about Coin Silver

The Ramona Souvenir Spoon

Robert M. Wilhelm

Exploring the Ramona Souvenir Spoons

July/August 2023

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Author

Topic

Du Barry Pierced by Wm. B. Durgin Co. Part One

Tim and Sally Blewett

Part one of the story of Du Barry

Silverplate Large & Small Round Trays From the Canadian National Railway

Rowland L Matteson

We dip into the archives for another Rowland L Matteson article

Art Deco, Art Nouveau, And Arts And Crafts Silver In The Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts - Richmond

Caroline Rubinstein

Some beautiful images from the Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts

Unique European Souvenir Spoons: Frankfurt, Riva, Anvers, Venice, Potsdam, Verona

Robert M. Wilhelm

A selection of Souvenir Spoons from Europe

May/June 2023

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Author

Topic

Silver Collection Portland Oregon Art Museum

Caroline Rubinstein

A wonderful look through the Oregon Art Museum.

Scottish Provincial Sugar Tongs From Paisley, 1806

Rowland L Matteson

A look at Scottish Provincial Sugar Tongs.

The Twentieth Silver Triennale International at the German Goldsmiths’ House Hanau, Germany: A Short Report of Contemporary Silversmithing

By Karolina Stefanski, Ph.D.

Beautiful images from the House Hanau in Germany.

Apollo & Artemis/Diana Bonbon Spoons

Robert M. Wilhelm

A selection of Souvenir Spoons for the Gods..

March/April 2023

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Author

Topic

A Singular Joseph Warner Silver Punch Ladle

Donald L. Fennimore

Diving into Deleware's most active and successful silversmiths.

Silver Collection Grosvenor Museum – Chester, England [Part 2]

Caroline Rubinstein

Part 2 of a wonderful look through the Grosvenor Museum in England.

Silver From Burma

Chitra Balasubramaniam

A look into the diversity and beauty of some of India's silver pieces.

Souvenir Spoons of Three Famos Churches in N.Y.C

Robert M. Wilhelm

A selection of Souvenir Spoons from three famous New York City churches.

January/February 2023

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Author

Topic

The Silver Baroness At 95!

Benie Colvin

Celebration of the Silver Baroness!

Silver Collection Grosvenor Museum – Chester, England [Part 1]

Caroline Rubinstein

Part 1 of a wonderful look through the Grosvenor Museum in England

Making a Silver Toddy Ladle by Hand from a Sterling Coin

Ronald L. Erratt

A beautiful process, caught in pictures..

The Shepard Manufacturing Company:

Robert M. Wilhelm

Painted, Enamel, and Engraved Souvenir Spoons from the Shepard Manufacturing.

November/December 2022

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Author

Topic

An 1809 Snusdosa From Stockholm

Rowland L Matteson

Learn the fascinating history behind the Swedish snusdosa.

Caleb Warner and Cuthbert Warner, Part One: Which Early American Silversmith Made My Spoons Marked “C. Warner”?

Molly Warner

Molly Warner goes on a search to discover possible family ties to some heirloom spoons.

A New Eagle Mark?

Catherine Hollan

A reader request about an unknown mark leads to a fascinating search for answers.

The Grand Hotel on the Bay of Naples, Italy

Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D

Discover the rich history behind this beautiful hotel prominently featured on many ornamental pieces.

September/October 2022

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Title

Author

Topic

An 1809 Snusdosa From Stockholm

Rowland L Matteson

Learn the fascinating history behind the Swedish snusdosa.

Caleb Warner and Cuthbert Warner, Part One: Which Early American Silversmith Made My Spoons Marked “C. Warner”?,

Molly Warner

Molly Warner goes on a search to discover possible family ties to some heirloom spoons.

A New Eagle Mark?

Catherine Hollan

A reader request about an unknown mark leads to a fascinating search for answers.

The Grand Hotel on the Bay of Naples, Italy

Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D

Discover the rich history behind this beautiful hotel prominently featured on many ornamental pieces.

July/August 2022

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A Beaker From Borgå (Porvoo)

Rowland L Matteson

A trip to an antique shop in Stockholm led to the discovery of a beaker crafted in the late 1800s. This is his story, along with a description of the beaker.

Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 (Part 5)

William B. Moore

The riveting conclusion to an incredibly informative series cataloging the full history of the silversmiths who developed the history of silver in the Erie area.

Silversmithing in Australia

Christine Erratt

The early history of the trade in the Land Down Under.

Early American and British Silver Collections at the Fogg Museum Harvard: Part Two — Collectors’ Collections

Caroline Rubinstein

A cataloging of the major silver collectors’ collections that were donated to the Fogg Art Museum.

The Old Oaken Bucket Souvenir Spoon

Robert M. Wilhelm, Ph.D

The fascinating history of “The Old Oaken Bucket” and the many beautiful things it inspired.

May/June 2022

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Souvenir Spoons: Grand Tour Mementoes

Robert M Wilhelm, Ph.D

A Souvenir Spoon tour through Naples and Pompeii

The Charleston

Catherine B. Hollan

South Carolina's tale of one of their silversmiths

Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 {part 4}

William B. Moore

The next chapter of our closer look at Pennsylvania Silversmiths

Early American and British Silver Collections at the Fogg Art Museum Harvard: Part One - Ceremonial Silver

Caroline Rubinstein

An exploration into the Fogg Art Museum

March/April 2022

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Pan-American Exposition Souvenir Spoons (1901):

Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D

An article about Pan-American Exposition Souvenir Spoons

A Beaker from Kristianstad, 1818

Rowland L. Matteson

Swedish Silver and the story of Kristianstad

Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 {part 3}

William B. Moore

The next chapter of our closer look at Pennsylvania Silversmiths

Nelson-Atkins Art Museum in Kansas City, Missouri Silver Collection

Caroline Rubinstein

An exploration into the Nelson-Atkins Art Museum in Kansas City

Book Review: Hidden Treasures: Re-Assessing South Carolina

Silver Magazine Staff

Catherine Hollan’s newest book on American silver has just been published. This one contains lives and marks, but also many photos of the silver and associated artifacts as well

January/February 2022

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The Silver Spoon That Saved The Empire

Thomas Maniotis

What the fall of Constantinople can teach us about Silver

Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 {part 2}

William B. Moore

The next chapter of our closer look at Pennsylvania Silversmiths

Manchester & The Manchester Art Gallery In England Silver Collection

Caroline Rubinstein

An intriguing look into the Manchester Art Gallery in England

A Small Chalice From Rakvere, 1850

Rowland L. Matteson

The mystery surrounding a small chalice

A Box Set of Souvenir Spoons

Robert M. Wilhelm

A Grand Tour of Souvenir Spoons

November/December 2021

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When is a Charleston Silver Kettle a Veilleuse?

Catherine B. Hollan

The Museum of Early Southern Decorative Arts database provides us with a look at the Charleston Silver Kettle.

Gorham’s Six “White Gold” Bon Bon Scoops Circa 1890: A Study in Variation and Exception

Henry Brown

An in-depth story about the variations of Gorham's Bon Bon Scoops.

Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths Through 1860 [Part 1]

William B. Moore

Part 1 of our closer look at Erie, Pennsylvania Silversmiths.

The Strawberry in the Dish: A Case of Function Follows Form

Carolyn Law

A delicious use for a fluted, flat-bottomed plate/bowl

State Souvenir Spoons - Mini Lessons in History

Robert M. Wilhelm

A quick look into State Souvenier Spoons

September/October 2021

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A Funny Thing Happened While Writing an Article for Silver Magazine

by Henry Brown

Henry Brown provides and responds to some reader feedback he received on a previous Silver Magazine article he wrote.

Wadsworth Atheneum Art Museum Silver Collection

by Caroline Rubinstien

Author Caroline Rubinstein discusses the history and fascinating facts behind the silver pieces housed at Wadsworth Atheneum Art Museum.

A Potpourri of Souvenir Spoon Bowls: Historical, Legendary, Municipal

by Robert M. Wilhelm

Robert Wilhelm shares captivating history behind the designs of some classic silver spoon bowls.

July/August 2021

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Book Review: Silver Lemon Strainers, 1686-1846

Catherine B. Hollan

Book review of Silver Lemon Strainers, 1686-1846 by author Michael Adams. Adams has identified 893 different lemon strainers primarily from London, Ireland, Scotland, and American and provides images and descriptions of their marks.

The Legendary America’s Cup: The Trophy & The Race

Karolina Stefanski, Ph. D. and Jack Griffin

History of the international sailing race and its iconic trophy, the America's Cup. The authors share beautiful photographs and detailed descriptions on how it was designed and crafted.

Artifacts of the Wholesale Trade: Silver Salesmen’s Samples by Watson & Hildeburn

Richard Archer and Cliff Nunn

The article sheds light on differences between silver wholesalers, retailers, and silversmiths. Examples of coin silver items are illustrated along with marks from Watson & Hildeburn.

Gorham’s Chantilly Souvenir Spoons

Robert M. Wilhelm

History & various examples of sterling souvenir spoons featuring Gorham's most popular silver pattern, Chantilly, designed by William Codman.

May/June 2021

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Campbell & Youngue: the Montgomery vs. Columbia Controversy

Catherine Hollan

After much research, author Catherine Hollan presents a case for the loaction attribution of silversmiths Campbell & Yongue - Columbia, SC or Montgomery, AL.

5 Ways to Look at Toddy Ladle

Carolyn Law

Examples and history about sterling toddy ladles. The author gives us the where, who, and when these were made - as well as a recipe for a toddy.

The Importance of Silver Among the Seminole Indians of Florida

I.S.K. Reeves V

This article features traditional and ceremonial silver jewelry worn by the Seminole Indians of Florida, as well as influences from foreign countries.

Uncle Sam Souvenir Spoons: Karr, Alvin, Shepard, Inman

Robert M. Wilhelm

History & examples of sterling souvenir spoons depicting Uncle Sam's "I Want You" poster made by various silver manufacturing companies..

March/April 2021

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An American Lady’s Role in Making the United Kingdom’s Silver Modern

John Andrew

Commentary and historical anecdotes about how a comment from an American socialite Mrs. Lasky influenced UK silversmith Gerald Benney’s designs in the 1960s.

Arthur Nevill Kirk and Eliel Saarinen: Collaborative Silver Designs

W. Scott Braznell

The author introduces two amazing talents - Kirk a silversmith and Saarinen an architect - from the Cranbrook Academy of Art and showcases their design influences and collaborative efforts producing exceptional pieces of silver.

The Cupid Frieze Souvenir Spoons in the House of the Vettii at Pompeii

Robert M. Wilhelm

History & examples of enameled souvenir spoons depicting cupid friezes found in the House of the Vettii at Pompeii.

January/February 2021

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From East to West, and Partway Back: the Journey of James D. Woodyard, Jeweler and Watchmaker "

Cliff Nunn

With the purchase of a pair of coin spoons marked "J.D. Woodyard," the author shares his journey in finding out more about the silversmith and his history - various firms, locations, and vocations.

The Badge in Front of the Man

Don and Toni Fraser

Don Fraser has collected sterling law enforcement badges since childhood and his wife Toni eloquently showcases his collection through images and words. The Frasers provide history of the different types of badges as well as the marks jewelers used when

Traugott Leinbach & George Lindner: A Silver Mark Linking Them as One by History

Henry Brown

"One mark has been linked to two different silversmiths for decades until author Henry Brown researches and ultimately provides proof that the “(eagle) / L / (bust)” mark with no other mark should be attributed to George Lindner. "

The H.J. Heinz Souvenir Birthday Spoons by Cartier

Robert M. Wilhelm

History & examples of H.J. Heinz and his commissioning of a pickle spoon and birthday spoons for his employee's babies, made by Cartier.

November/December 2020

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An Interesting Spoon from Augsburg & Its Mystery Arms

Maurice Meslans

The author shares a large serving spoon he purchased at auction made about 1730 by Johann Wagenknecht in Augsburg, Germany. It features coin-like medallions and a coat of arms. Maurice is hoping a reader can help him establis a history of the coat of arm

The Silver Sleuth: How an Ordinary Box Lot Can Turn into a History Lesson

Kirsten Rabe Smolensky

With extra time on her hands due to Covid-19, the author delved deep into boxes of sterling she purchasd years prior. She chronicles her journey in discovering the recipient and history of a presentation tray from 1956 made by Meuck-Cary Co., Inc., New Yo

Silversmith Joseph Bear of New Market, Virginia & Engraver William Wagner of York, Pennsylvania

Catherine Hollan, Laurence Lindberg, and Cliff Nunn

The discovery of a watch paper provides historical intrigue in how silversmith Joseph Bear of New Market, Virginia may have crossed paths with engraver William Wagner of York, Pennsylvania.

Beyond These Borders: A Tablespoon by the Quebec master silversmith Francois Sasseville

Rowland L. Matteson

A tablespoon from Quebec, provides examples of marks from the silversmith Francois Sasseville. There is additional history from other key silversmiths from Quebec and Montreal in the 1800s.

Queen Victoria’s Sexagenarian Anniversary Souvenir Spoon

Robert M. Wilhelm

History & examples of Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee in 1897 - souvenir spoons and commemorative medals.

September/October 2020

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Schulz & Fischer’s Homeric Medallion Flatware

Richard Tuck

The article discusses Schulz & Fischer's Homeric pattern with other Medallion patterns of the era with history and silver examples.

Trophies of the Gilded Age: the Collection of J.D. Parks

Karen Rigdon

J.D. Parks and his collection of presentation silver yachting trophies made by Tiffany & Co., as well as history yacht racing in the late 1800s.

How British Silversmiths are Coping with Covid-19

John Andrew

The author interviewed a number of British silversmiths to understand how the Covid-19 virus has affected their businesses and how they are moving forward crafting their silver in new surroundings and "studios."

"More Hand-Painted Souvenir Spoon Bowls: West Baden Springs Hotel — Johns Hopkins Hospital — McKinley Memorial"

Robert M. Wilhelm

History & examples of hand-painted souvenir spoons of various landmarks made by Shepard Mfg. Co., Watson & Newell Co., and an unknown maker.

July/August 2020

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Beyond These Borders: A 19th Century Tablespoon from Borgå, (Porvoo)

Rowland L. Matteson

A nineteenth-century tablespoon from Borgå, Finland, provides examples of marks from the silversmith Jacob Granbom and the date mark for 1846.

A Special Chalice

Osep Tokat

The author translates and interprets the engravings and motifs of an extremely ornate chalice with Armenian scriptures.

Seeing in Silver: The Amazing World of Michael Galmer

Elyse Zorn Karlin

This article provides amazing silver examples from silversmith/sculptor Michael Galmer who is also an artist and jeweler who works in silver to create personal adornments, tableware, and other objects.

The Duhme Silver Company: Cincinnati’s Tiffany of The West, Part 2

Michelle P. Wilhelm

History & examples of souvenir spoons of top landmarks from Cincinnati, OH, made by the Duhme Silver Company.

David H. Friend, Alabama Silversmith

Cliff Nunn

The author illustrates coin silver spoons with the silversmith marks "DHF" and shares his research of how he attributes the mark to the Alabama silversmith David H. Friend.