Silver Novelties in The Gilded Age : 1870-1910 Hardback
by Deborah Crosby
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This beautiful book showcases hundreds of figural silver items that were used for many purposes during the luxurious Gilded Age.
These endearing and sometimes whimsical designs, shown in nearly 600 color photos, include accoutrements for the dining room, the writing desk, the sewing room, the nursery, and much more.
Among the items shown and described are spoons, tea balls, napkin rings, inkwells, pens and pencils, matchsafes, cigar cutters, thimbles, chatelaines, belt buckles, and baby rattles.
Historical background plus valuable information on manufacturing techniques and marks is also included.
With values provided in the captions and an extensive bibliography, this is a wonderful book for new and experienced collectors of figural silver novelties.
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In Stock - low on stock, only 1 copy remainingFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:244 pages, 590 color photos
- Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Publication Date:31/03/2001
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- ISBN:9780764312953
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In Stock - low on stock, only 1 copy remainingFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:244 pages, 590 color photos
- Publisher:Schiffer Publishing Ltd
- Publication Date:31/03/2001
- Category:
- ISBN:9780764312953