Reagan-era sterling silver mint julep cup. Made by Scearce in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Straight and tapering sides, and beaded and molded rim and foot. Ronald Reagan was president from 1981 to 1989. Marks include maker’s stamp and presidential date code “RWR II”. The Roman numeral stands for the boomtime second term. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 3 7/8 x D 3 in. Weight: 4.8 troy ounces. #BX896

Set of 4 sterling silver mint julep cups. Made by Poole in Wallingford, Connecticut. Each: Straight and tapering sides, molded rim, and skirted foot. Marked “Sterling by Poole” and numbered 58. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 4 x D 3 1/8 in. Total weight: 11 troy ounces. #BX849

Pair of down-home sterling silver mint julep cups. Retailed by Bogaert in Lexington, Kentucky. Each: Straight and tapering sides, and reeded rim and base. Fully marked including maker’s (Frank W. Smith) and retailer’s stamps, and no. 3759. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 3 3/4 x D 3 in. Total weight: 6.8 troy ounces. #BX442

Set of 8 traditional sterling silver mint juleps. Made by Alvin in Providence. Each: Straight and tapering sides and reeded rim and foot. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and no. S251. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 3 3/4 x D 3 in. Total weight: 29.8 troy ounces. #BX796

Baby Boom-era sterling silver diaper pin box. Rectangular with straight sides and sharp corners. Cover flat, hinged, and overhanging. On cover top is applied safety pin above engraved words “Baby’s Pins”. A sweet memento of postwar fecundity. Marked “Lutz / Sterling / Hand Made”. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 1/2 x W 3 5/8 x D 1 3/4 in. Weight: 2 troy ounces. #BT019

Jumbo big game-era safari flask. Made by George Unite in Birmingham in 1888. Glass body. Upper part encased in leather with cut-away vertical windows. At bottom detachable sterling silver cup engraved with armorial. Sterling silver collar with hinged and cork-lined ball cover engraved with same. The alpha model. Holds enough booze for everyone around the campfire. Fully marked. Very good condition with some handling wear from all those big sweaty hands.

Dimensions: H 11 x W 5 x D 2 1/2 in. #B...

Grande Imperiale sterling silver dinner and lunch set. Made by Buccellati in Italy. This set comprises 216 pieces:

Forks: 16 dinner forks (8 3/4) 16 luncheon forks (7 5/8), 16 salad forks (7), 16 pastry forks (6 7/8), and 16 seafood cocktail forks (5 7/8);

Spoons: 32 teaspoons (6 3/8), 16 round cream soup spoons (6 3/4), 16 ice cream spoons (5 1/8), and 16 five o’clock coffee spoons (5 1/8);

Knives: 16 dinner knives (9 3/4 ), 16 luncheon knives (8 3/8), and 16 butter spreaders (6 1/2); ...

Midcentury Modern sterling silver dish. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York. Abstract and asymmetrical apple with scrolled stem and leaves. Rests on two ball supports. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no. 22885 (first produced in 1940), director’s letter m (1907-47), and wartime star (1943-5). Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 1 1/8 x L 5 7/8 x W 4 1/8 in. Weight: 4 troy ounces. #BY036

Pair of Elizabeth II sterling silver figural frog salt and pepper shakers. Made by Asprey in London in 1967-8. Each: A squatting, smirking reptile with glass exophthalmic eyes, and scaly back. Head top pierced. Underside has plastic plug. Fully marked. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 3/8 x W 1 7/8 x D 1 3/8 in. Total weight: 6.2 troy ounces. #BQ376

Art Nouveau sterling silver picture frame. Made by Mauser in New York, ca 1910. Rectangular window in flat surround with plain sides; front has acid-etched wraparound pattern with dense and fluid leafing scrolls and flower heads. Two corner ball supports. With glass, silk lining, and velvet back and hinged easel support. Fully marked including maker’s stamp. Very good condition with strong definition. One ball dented on bottom.

Dimensions: Frame: H 11 x W 8 in. Window: H 8 1/2 x W 6 1/4 in. ...

Long and beautiful 18k yellow gold chain, comprising alternating rings and bows interspersed with tracery-style ovals. Hook and bale closure. France, ca 1900. Hallmarked. Beautiful patina.

Length: 46 inches. Weight: 28.2 dwt (43.8 g). #1228

George V sterling silver perfume. Made by Adie Bros Ltd in Birmingham in 1930. Round and cylindrical with two easy-grip flattened sides, inset cylindrical neck, and cover. Blue guilloche enamel in sterling silver frames. Detachable clear glass liner. Fully marked. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 5 3/8 x D 2 in. #BX969

Midcentury Classical sterling silver box. Rectangular with straight sides. Cover flat and hinged with slight overhang. Allover horizontal ribbing with slightly illusionistic shimmer: Horizontal on front and back, and vertical on ends and cover top. Box interior cedar lined. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and postwar pattern no. 23705W. Good condition with a few side pings.

Dimensions: H 1 1/2 x W 6 1/2 x D 4 1/4 in. Gross weight: 16.5 troy ounces. #BY010

American Federal-style sterling silver water pitcher. Retailed by Cartier in New York, ca 1950. Gently curved body with round mouth, v-spout, and high-looping handle. Fully marked including maker’s (Watson Company) and retailer’s stamps, no. U250, and phrase “Exemplar / Paul Revere / 4 Pints”. Very good condition.

Overall dimensions: H 8 x W 8 1/8 x D 5 1/4 in. Weight: 21.5 troy ounces. #BX676

Finest quality sterling silver tea ball. Made by Stieff in Baltimore, ca 1920. Floral repousse on stippled ground. Allover piercing for even diffusion and snuggly-fitted hinged cover guaranteed not to spill open in the pot. Chain with ring finial for controlled swishing around. A superb mix of style and function. Marked “Stieff Sterling”. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H (with chain) 6 1/2 x D 2 in. Weight: 1.5 troy ounces. #BY031

Edwardian Classical sterling silver bread tray. Made by Tiffany & Co. in New York, ca 1912. Oval well with tapering sides and reeded and sloping rim. Pierced geometric borders and garlanded wreaths (vacant) at ends. Fully marked including maker’s stamp, pattern no. 18197B (first produced in 1912), and director’s letter m. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 3/8 x W 10 1/2 x D 6 3/8 in. Weight: 11.4 troy ounces. #BY020

Art Deco sterling silver cocktail shaker, ca 1920. Straight and tapering bowl with curved shoulder, scroll bracket handle, and stubby diagonal spout with threaded chained cap. Inset neck with snug-fitting bun cover. Fully marked including maker’s stamp (Watson Company) and no. 9543/5. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 10 x W 7 1/4 x D 4 1/2 in. Weight: 15 troy ounces. #BX839

Victorian Classical sterling silver coffee and tea set. Made by Gorham in Providence in 1885. This set comprises 5 pieces: Coffeepot, teapot, creamer, sugar, and waste bowl. Each: Round body with floral repousse between chased and engraved leaf-and-dart and ogee borders; beaded rims. Handles high looping and covers domed with reeded finial. Coffeepot and teapot have s-scroll spout with applied stylized ornament. Coffeepot neck has engraved stippled zigzag border with incised trefoils.

Fully m...