Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, Rhode Island c.1885

DESCRIPTION: 

Vermeil with enamel decoration. The stylized Moorish handles decorated in shades of lapis blue, turquoise, white, yellow and burgundy, with their central portions a “barley twist.” (Twelve spoons plus matching tongs.) See Item #399-II-Os for a similar set.

CONDITION: 

Slight wear to the vermeil on some spoons.

MARKED: 

All pieces marked [Lion / anchor / “G”] / Sterling” and numbered 363, as well as monogrammed on the reverse, “V der B” 

SIZE: Spoons: 4-3/4” long x .3/4” wide; tongs 4-1/25” long

PRICE: $1,250

CALL NUMBER: 301-II-Os