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November/December 2025 | |||
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On Dining with Silver & its Benefits |
Dr. Karolina Stefanski |
Silverware, a timeless and sustainable material with historical, aesthetic, and health benefits, transforms everyday dining into an elegant, meaningful ritual that connects beauty, tradition, and well-being. |
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Daniel Christian Fueter & John Anthony Beau’s Silver Pitcher |
Donald L. Fennimore, Curator Emeritus, Winterthur Museum |
The exceptional rococo silver pitcher now at the Winterthur Museum—crafted in 18th-century New York through the collaboration of silversmith Daniel Christian Fueter and chaser John Anthony Beau for client Anne Jevon—embodies a rich history of artistry. |
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A Collector’s Quest: A Maker Identified |
Byron M. Getchell |
A collector’s investigation into unusually ornate 19th-century silver flatware stamped “J. Moulton” revealed that, despite its Newburyport mark, the pieces were likely produced elsewhere and sold under Moulton’s name. |
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The Souvenir Spoon in Newspapers: 1891–1920, Part I |
Robert M. Wilhelm and Ed Dobbins |
An analysis of over 2,400 newspaper references from 1891–1920 chronicles the rise, peak, and evolution of the souvenir spoon craze—from its explosive beginnings in 1891 through its patriotic revival during the Spanish-American War |
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September/October 2025 | |||
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Re-Visiting Jamaican Silver Marks |
Catherine Hollan |
The article debunks the long-held belief that silversmith John Ewan had ties to Jamaica, showing instead that he worked in New York, New Jersey, and Charleston, while also clarifying authentic Jamaican assay marks |
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Bookmarks for Halloween: Costumes, Memento Mori, Grotesques, & Witches |
Brittany D. Stewart |
The article traces how Halloween bookmarks reflect cultural traditions of mortality, mourning, grotesque art, and witch imagery, linking ancient memento mori, Victorian hairwork, and Salem witch souvenirs to modern Halloween symbolism and design.
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A South Carolina Silver Exhibition |
Catherine Hollan
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The article highlights collector John LeHeup’s decades-long pursuit of South Carolina silver, showcasing his expansive and diverse collection—now exhibited in over 200 pieces across themed cases |
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Souvenir Spoon Advertisements — Promoting the Craze |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
The article explains how a series of 21 articles in The Jewelers’ Circular and Horological Review during 1891 helped ignite America’s souvenir spoon craze, leading to books and widespread advertising that fueled the fad.
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July/August 2025 | |||
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Dining In Style with Georg Jensen |
Janet Drucker |
Flatware Georg Jensen, renowned for his innovative silver designs, expanded from jewelry into flatware and hollowware in the early 1900s, creating timeless pieces like the Blossom teapot and establishing a legacy of craftsmanship and artistic vision. |
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Water Lily & Pond Lily, Art Nouveau Sterling Hollowware: Shreve & Co., San Francisco, Early 20th Century |
Pansylea Howard Willburn |
The 102-piece art nouveau water lily sterling hollowware set by Shreve & Co., originally owned by oil magnate P. M. Longan, is a rare and likely unique example of early 20th-century American silversmithing, showcasing extraordinary craftsmanship. |
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Navy Presentation Silver for the
USS Wayne E. Meyer (DDG-108) |
Sherry Langrock |
The tradition of presenting sterling silver to newly commissioned U.S. Navy ships, which began in 1889, was revived by Anna Mae Meyer for the 2009 commissioning of the USS Wayne E. Meyer, honoring her late husband and the legacy of Navy presentation silve |
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The Ultimate Grand Tour Souvenir: A Micromosaic Souvenir Spoon |
Michelle J.P. Wilhelm |
During the Grand Tour, elite travelers often visited Hadrian’s Villa—renowned for its vast ruins and famous discoveries like the Furietti Centaurs and the Capitoline Doves mosaic—leading to keepsakes such as a 19th-century souvenir spoon. |
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May/June 2025 | |||
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Collecting Toothpick Holders |
Judy Knauer
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This article, written by Judy Knauer, explores the history and collectibility of metal toothpick holders, especially those made in America. It begins by tracing the long use of toothpicks back to ancient civilizations. |
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George A. Kensel and Wood & Huges Civil War Medallion Silver |
Dale E. Bennett |
The article explores a rare Wood & Hughes medallion design featuring an unidentified Civil War officer, found on three different silver pieces, and examines its historical context and possible origin. |
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Celebrating the Completion of the Transcontinental Railroad: San Francisco Silversmiths, 1869 |
Pansylea Howard Willburn |
This article chronicles the creation and historical significance of the ceremonial gold and silver spikes and hammer used at the 1869 completion of the Transcontinental Railroad, emphasizing the craftsmanship of San Francisco silversmiths. |
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Spooners Delight: Romantic Spooning Post Cards |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
“Spooners Delight” postcards, popular in the early 1900s, humorously depicted romantic couples alongside spoon imagery and witty couplets, becoming sought-after collectibles among spoon and ephemera enthusiasts. |
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March/April 2025 | |||
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Ceremonial Maces of Australian Parliaments |
Christine Erratt |
The interesting history behind the Australian ceremonial maces |
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Ball, Black & Company 5-Piece “Addison Day” Tea and Coffee Set, 1868 |
Ross Howell, Jr. |
A glimpse into the history of a significant regional railroad
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A Small Trade News Announcement Leads to an Olympic Sized Search |
Paul S. Butkus |
The International Silver Co., Meriden, has been given the contract to supply the sterling silver trophies which will be awarded as prizes in the Olympian games
The International Silver Co., Meriden, has been given the contract to supply the sterling silve |
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Native American Souvenir Spoons: A Macabre & Horrific Event at Mankato, Minnesota |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
Since the beginning days of “spoon mania” in the 1890s souvenir spoons depicting Native Americans have been a favorite category for many souvenir spoon collectors
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January/February 2025 | |||
| Title | Author | Topic | ||
Souvenir Spoons Featuring the
Roman Amphitheatre: Rome & Arles |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
Gladiatorial Spoons |
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A Probable Unlisted Joseph Seymour Coin Silver Mark |
Ann Kinne |
A partial set of fourteen pieces of family coin silver |
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Shiebler Leaf-Form Silver: An Intriguing Aesthetic Development |
David Diamond |
An Artistic Look at George W. Shiebler |
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Donald Gilmore, Sideline Silversmith |
Carolyn Law and Bill Stamats |
An interesting dive into the Donald Gilmore |
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November/December 2024 | |||
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When Silver Meets Glass |
Dean Six |
A Beautiful melding of two elements |
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A First Mark for Natchez Silversmith Adney C. Downs |
Catherine B. Hollan |
A look into the Silversmith |
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Enameled Souvenir Spoon Bowls of the
Bay of Naples: Umbrella Pines,
Mt. Vesuvius, Castel dell’Ovo |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
Beautiful images of Enameled Spoons |
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Mr. Jorrocks Vesta Cases |
Neil Shapiro |
A Look into these astonishing cases |
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September/October 2024 | |||
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Chinese Export Silver Flatware Servers |
Dale E. Bennett |
an in-depth look into Chinese Silver Flatware Servers |
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Small Collectible English Silver Flatware of the 18th Century |
Gary Bottomley |
a 17th Century look at English Silver |
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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.
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Harvard University Souvenir Spoons |
Michelle P. Wilhelm |
Unique Harvard Spoons from amazing locations |
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July/August 2024 | |||
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Veal & Wood and George Sharp Jr.—Two Silversmithing Establishments of Atlanta |
Catherine B. Hollan |
Contrasting the 2 silversmiths of Atlanta |
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The Girls of Gotham and Their Silver Fads, 1902-1907 |
Pansylea Howard Willburn |
The girls of Gotham |
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Henry-Nicolas Cousinet (1696-1768), Parisian Silversmith: An Investigationinto Fame and Anonymity |
Thomas Penin |
An in-depth look at Henry-Nicolas Cousinet |
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Unique European Souvenir Spoons: Frankfurt, Riva, Anvers, Venice, Potsdam, Verona |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
Unique European Spoons from amazing locations |
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May/June 2024 | |||
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The Mystery of the English Fork /Slice Servers |
Dale E. Bennett |
The Mystery the English Fork and Slice Server |
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Bob’s Surahi |
Chitra Balasubramaniam |
Exquisite shots of the Surahi |
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Gorham’s California Poppy Commision: Part 2 |
Ann Wagner |
Part 2 of Gorham's California Poppy story |
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“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 |
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Editorial |
Bob Slater |
Gorham Manufacturing Company |
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March/April 2024 | |||
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Russian Silver Flatware Servers |
Dale E. Bennett |
Delving into Russian Silver Flatware Servers |
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Exquisitely Pearl From 8 to 5,000 |
Jack Leonhardt |
A brief glimpse into exquisite mother of pearl pieces |
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Gorham’s California Poppy Commission Part 1 |
Ann Wagner |
Part 1 of Gorham's California Poppy story |
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Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891. Part 3 |
Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D |
Part 3 of Souvenir Spoons Patented |
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January/February 2024 | |||
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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 |
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History Lessons from Silver Part 2 |
Paul D. Woolf, M.D. & Nancy S. Woolf, MD |
A continuation of the History Lessons from Silver article |
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Borrowing Design Ideas from the Past |
Christine Erratt |
A brief reflection on the ideas from the past |
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Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891. Part 2 |
Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D |
Part 2 of Souvenir Spoons Patented |
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November/December 2023 | |||
| Title | Author | Topic | ||
Australian Corrugated Silver Series |
Christine Erratt |
Tracking Australia's Corrugated Silver |
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Interwoven: The Art of Indigo & Silver |
Kaminer Haislip |
An Artistic Look into Kaminer Haislip's World |
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From the Beginning: The South Carolina Silver Society |
Judy Anderson, Kay Durham, and Frank White |
The beginnings of the South Carolina Silver Society |
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Coin Silver |
Silver Magazine Staff |
We dip into the archives to talk about Coin Silver |
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Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in 1891. Part 1 |
Michelle P. Wilhelm, Ph.D |
Part 1 of Souvenir Spoons Patented by Women in1891 |
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September/October 2023 | |||
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Colonial Silver from India - an inherent Raj tradition |
Chitra Balasubramaniam |
Some beautiful images from the Virginia Museum Of Fine Arts |
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Du Barry Pierced by Wm. B. Durgin Co. Part Two |
Tim and Sally Blewett |
Part two of the story of Du Barry |
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Coin Silver |
Silver Magazine Staff |
We dip into the archives to talk about Coin Silver |
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The Ramona Souvenir Spoon |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
Exploring the Ramona Souvenir Spoons |
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July/August 2023 | |||
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Du Barry Pierced by Wm. B. Durgin Co. Part One |
Tim and Sally Blewett |
Part one of the story of Du Barry |
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Silverplate Large & Small Round Trays From the Canadian National Railway |
Rowland L Matteson |
We dip into the archives for another Rowland L Matteson article |
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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 |
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Unique European Souvenir Spoons: Frankfurt, Riva, Anvers, Venice, Potsdam, Verona |
Robert M. Wilhelm |
A selection of Souvenir Spoons from Europe |
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