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set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box
set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box

set 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antq Box

$ 1055.99

Availability: 40 in stock
  • Pattern: Narragansett
  • Items: 2 Salt Cellars + 2 Spoons
  • Type: Salt Cellars
  • Theme: Shell
  • Composition: Sterling Silver
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Condition: Excellent, refer to all photos
  • Brand: Gorham
  • Maker: Gorham

    Description

    Pair 1883 Gorham Shell Narragansett Salt Cellars Spoons Sterling Silver Antique Box
    Antique Gorham sterling silver .925, gold washed, pair salt cellars & salt spoons, in the 1883 (Hallmark P) No. 2035 Narragansett style Aesthetic figural shell pattern,  coral branch handle spoon, that are NOT monogrammed. The cellar measures approximately 2 inches by 1 1/2 inches wide, & is marked with the Gorham Lion, Anchor, G hallmarks, sterling 2040 & the holloware mark P for 1883. The salt spoons measures 2 3/8 inches long, are marked with Gorham hallmarks, sterling & 2040.  The style 2040 features a shell with a coral branch as the footer, and the spoon has a shell with a coral branch stem.
    When Gorham adopted the sterling standard in 1868, they began a system of year-marks which were stamped into their products to denote the year in which they were made. Starting with A for 1868, letters of the alphabet were used until 1884 (Q). From 1885 until 1933 a different symbol was used each year.
    These come with the original presentation box from N Matson & Co. Chicago, IL  a jeweler that was in business from 1867-1888
    They are from the family of my husband’s ancestor, Justin Butterfield, a prominent lawyer and historical figure from Chicago’s early history.
    In excellent condition with exceptionally crisp detail. There are some spots inside the shells, but I have left them in unpolished condition with the original patina. Please refer to photos for condition. There have been No monogram removals, No alterations, and No repairs of any kind.
    A Rare Treasure for those of us who appreciate American Silver.