Silver reliquary containing relic of French Saint Claude (Claudius) de la Colombiere, patron saint of toy makers and turners. This is made to be worn as a pendant with a loop for hanging on the back. The silver is 800 grade. The back removes to reveal the threads which are sealed with red wax. The pendant measures just over 1 1/4". A full profile of this Saint's life is available if you like, just email.
Hazen & Collins large coin silver serving spoon measures 9". Hazen and Collins smithed in Cincinnati Ohio from 1843-1857 using this trademark. The spoon is engraved with initials EC. 48 gr. There is an irregular area on the interior bowl near the handle thats and old and solid repair I believe. See out other Ohio coin silver offered this week.
E & D Kinsey coin silver "fiddle" serving spoon engraved with "Amelia R Speer". These silversmiths operated in Cincinnati, Ohio from 1844-1861. The spoon is in beautiful condition measuring 9" long across the top. Approx 47gr.
Authentic Sheep Horn is mounted in silver and has a stepped base. The style of base suggests a 1920s time frame and it is not weighted. The candle cup is removable for cleaning. It measures approximately 10 1/2" tall and 9" wide. Unmarked. The metal is probably a heavy silverplate and there is no wear. Great patina to horn.
Rose water sprinklers used for cleansing the hands before or after a meal in North Africa and throughout the Middle East. This one measures 9" tall by about 2" wide. The top part unscrews from the bottle for filling.
German Pot Holder caddy in ganiteware. Euro country look and can be used to hold anything from garlic & shallots to outgoing mail. Measures 8" x 8 1/2" X 4" deep. Pleasing rusted patina.
Whiting Sterling Silver Bowl a beautiful antique example of openwork or basket weave style. This design number 3810 has decorative monogram in the interior thats nicely done in the Victorian style you'll appreciate. Measures 8 1/3" x 1 1/2" depth. Weight 136 gr.
Shiebler sterling silver Maintenon pattern caviar spoon with natural, polished Lottiidae shell bowl. This pattern circa 1895 is in fine condition. Did you know metals (including sterling silver) react adversely on caviar. Do not use metals as serving dishes or utensils for this fragile extravagance. Only shell tortoise or horn will do for this elegant edible. Why pay all that money for fine roe and then ruin it with thoughtless presentation? Measures 5 3/4" over the top of the spoon and th ...click for details
Holy water font with the symbols of faith (cross) hope (anchor) and charity (heart) done in German bisque. This measures approximately 5 1/2" x 2 1/2".
Teapot Schafer and Vater, Germany circa 1900, pink bisque with bas relief of winged Grecian woman playing lute and cupid bearing a gift of flowers. Reverse side features alternate scene with woman reclining on cornucopia and cupid kissing her hand. Rim of teapot with butterflies and laurel leaf border. Lid with acanthus leaves and beading. There are gilt accents. Interior of spout is pierced for straining leaves. Measures about 3 3/4" x 7 1/4". Superficial manufacturers flaw-see pictur ...click for details
