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All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1950 item #1500028
Kensington House Antiques
$295.00
Art Deco Sterling Silver RIONDO COCKTAIL Recipe Cocktail Stirrer An uncommon sterling silver cocktail stirrer with a paddle-form handle and a twist stem. The handle is engraved with the recipe for a “Riondo Cocktail” on one side and a gin martini on the other. Riondo was a high-end brand of Puerto Rican rum in the 1940s. The stirrer is hallmarked by Blackinton, maker of some of the best sterling silver figural barware of the Art Deco and mid-Century periods.
  • Origin: America, ca. 1940
  • Condition: excellent, a few pinpoint dings to the stirring sphere
  • Length: 10” (25.3 cm)
  • Weight: 29.8 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1499660
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$335.00
Mexican sterling silver jigger and bar stirrer utensil by Sanborns. The jigger is in a beehive form with each incised ring marking off 1/2 oz, 1 oz, and 2 oz measures. The cup is entirely hand-hammered. The shaker spoon is in a simple design that complements the jigger form. The back is stamped with the Sanborns mark used from 1955 until the late 60s.
  • Origin: Mexico, 1955-1970
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
  • Length: 9-1/4"
  • Weight: 50.6 gr
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1940 item #1499658
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$475.00
A classic French silver tastevin in traditional Burgundian form by the Parisian master silversmith Alexandre Vaguer. Due to its small size, the taster may have been intended to evaluate cognac, Armagnac, or calvados instead of wine. Unlike the usual decoration of “perles,” “godrons,” and “cupules,” this example has a smooth bottom that would be more useful with liquors. The sides are enhanced with repousse and engraved decoration of grape clusters and leaves typical of Burgundian wine tasters. The handle is in the traditional Burgundian form of two entwined snakes grasping an apple, thought to represent the Garden of Eden and the potential temptations of alcohol. Most interestingly of all, though, is that the entire tastevin was created from a single 5-franc coin, using only hammers and a few other hand tools to thin, spread, and shape the flat coin into a finished tastevin. Only a handful of masters were capable of raising a tastevin from a coin with the words “DIEU PROTEGE LA FRANCE” (“God protect France”), originally found around the outer edge of the coin, still visible along the top edge of the tastevin. The last silversmith proven to have mastered the skill stopped working in 1968. This example is stamped with the maker’s mark for Alexandre Vaguer, who began working in Paris in 1931 as part of the Atelier van Destel.
  • Origin: France, ca 1935
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 2-3/16” x 2-15/16” x 11/16”
  • Weight: 29.2 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1498986
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$395.00
A vintage sterling silver vermouth dispenser in the form of a syringe by Gorham. These were called “Martini Spikes” when sold by Gorham in the 1960s. The functioning plunger allows vermouth to be drawn up into the syringe and then dispensed in precisely calibrated doses for your medicinal cocktails. The syringe originally cost $10. The syringe is presented in its original fitted box and is accompanied by the illustrated instruction card.
  • Origin: America, 1967-70
  • Condition: excellent, fully functional, no monograms or dings; case near mint condition
  • Length: 6.25”
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498985
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$395.00
A sterling silver jigger in the form of an 18th century tavern tankard. The jigger measures 2 oz. Luxury New York retailers such as Cartier and Tiffany sold a selection of sterling silver novelty barware made by their suppliers. In this case, Cartier chose J. C. Boardman & Co. The bottom is stamped “Cartier” and also has Boardman’s hallmark.
  • Origin: America, ca 1950
  • Condition: very good, a tiny pinpoint ding (1/16”) to one side, no monograms
  • Height: 2.25”
  • Weight: 67.1 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498984
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A vintage sterling silver figural jigger by Gorham, the sides marked off with enameled stoplights in green, yellow, and red, meant to signify “go,” “caution,” and “stop.” Each light corresponds to the 1-, 2.5-, and 3.5-ounce markings on the jigger’s bottom. The bottom is hallmarked by Gorham
  • Origin: America, ca. 1950
  • Condition: excellent, a 3/16” ding at the edge of the bottom visible upon close inspection
  • Dimensions: 2-7/16”
  • Weight: 50.7 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498983
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$130.00
A classic mid-century sterling silver double jigger by Gorham. The smaller cup measures 1 oz and the larger one 2 oz. The interior is stamped “Gorham Sterling.”
  • Origin: America, ca 1950
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
  • Height: 3-/ 2”
  • Weight: 36.8 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498982
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$130.00
A classic mid-century sterling silver double jigger by Gorham. The smaller cup measures 1 oz and the larger one 2 oz. The interior is stamped “Gorham Sterling.”
  • Origin: America, ca 1950
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
  • Height: 3-/ 2”
  • Weight: 37.6 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1940 item #1498981
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$245.00
A classic figural sterling silver thimble jigger by Thomae & Co. The rim is engraved “Only A Thimble Full.” The interior retains a softly gilt surface. Several companies made variations of thimble jiggers, but those by Thomae are among the best because of their superior weight and workmanship.
  • Origin: America, ca. 1935
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
  • Height: 2”
  • Weight: 44.3 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1498980
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$160.00
Vintage sterling silver figural jigger in the form of a jigger by Towle. The rim is engraved “Just a thimbleful.” Thimble jiggers became popular in the late Victorian era and remained so through the mid-20th century. The base is hallmarked by Towle.
  • Origin: America, ca. 1960
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
  • Height: 2” tall
  • Weight: 28.9 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498978
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$265.00
An unusual mid-Century Taxco version of the classic sterling silver thimble jigger. Like most Mexican silver of the era, this piece has tremendous weight and a simple charm. The rim is engraved “Just A Thimbleful 1-1/4”. The bottom bears the hallmark of the Dominguez family. We have once before had the exact jigger with the mark specific to A. Dominguez and the Eagle stamp used in the late 1950s.
  • Origin: Mexico, ca. 1955
  • Condition: excellent, no dings
  • Height: 1-11/16”
  • Weight: 43.5 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498977
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$100.00
A sterling silver figural jigger in the form of a tankard by Simons Brothers. The jigger measures 1-1/2 ounces. The bottom is stamped with Simons’ hallmark.
  • Origin: America, ca. 1950
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
  • Dimensions: 2” tall
  • Weight: 20.3 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1498976
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$100.00
Lunt Sterling Silver Tankard Figural Jigger A sterling silver figural jigger in the form of an 18th century ale tankard by Lunt. The jigger measures 1 ounce. The bottom is stamped with Lunt’s hallmark.
  • Origin: America, ca. 1960
  • Condition: excellent, interior gilding intact, no dings or monograms
  • Dimensions: 1-3/4” tall
  • Weight: 24.9 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1940 item #1498759
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$675.00
An early 20th century first standard (950/100 pure) silver tastevin decorated in the traditional Burgundian style with a coiled snake handle and appliques depicting vines of grapes and foliage along the sides. Applique decoration is uncommon, and this is a particularly nice example. The bowl is decorated with elongated cupules along one side for use in judging white wines and with large recessed cupules and raised perles for reds. Snake handles are thought to have represented the Garden of Eden and the temptations brought on by wine. The bottom is marked with an unidentified silversmith’s mark and with French first standard guarantee marks.
  • Origin: France, ca. 1930
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 3” x 4”
  • Weight: 101.0 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1940 item #1498758
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$575.00
A classic Burgundian first standard (950/1000 pure silver) tastevin. The bowl is enhanced with repousse decoration of grapevines, leaves and fruit. The bottom is left unadorned in a style usually reserved for judging white wines. The tastevin is finished with a classic handle in the form of two entwined snakes grasping an apple in their jaws. This design is to represent the serpent from the Garden of Evil as a reminder that wine may lead to earthly temptation. The handle is stamped with French first standard silver marks.
  • Origin: France, ca. 1930
  • Condition: excellent, no dings
  • Dimensions: 3” x 4” x 13/16”
  • Weight: 58.7 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498755
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A classic mid-century bell-shaped sterling silver double jigger. This example is accented with an incised line and exaggerated flared lip on the larger cup. The jigger is stamped “Sterling.”
  • Origin: America, ca. 1960
  • Condition: excellent, no monograms or dings
  • Height: 4-9/32”
  • Weight: 37.8 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498754
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$230.00
A classic mid-century bell-shaped sterling silver double jigger. This example is a little taller and narrower than some, lending a more elegant appearance. The neck is stamped “Web-Sterling.”
  • Origin: America, ca 1960
  • Condition: excellent, no monograms or dings
  • Height: 4-3/8”
  • Weight: 49.2 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1498753
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$375.00
A vintage sterling silver figural stoplight jigger by Gorham, the sides marked off with enameled stoplights in green, yellow, and red meant to signify “go” (1 oz); “caution” (2.5 oz); and “stop” (3.5 oz). The bottom is hallmarked by Gorham.
  • Origin: America, ca 1950
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 2-7/16” high
  • Weight: 53.0 g
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1970 item #1492023
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A delightful second standard (800/1000 pure silver) French tastevin featuring a mermaid. The overall design is in traditional Burgundian style, with “cupules,” and “perles” for viewing the color and clarity of either red or white wines, but this example is set apart because of the seaweed-surrounded mermaid set into the bottom. She has a distinctly “naughty mermaid” appearance typical of 1950s/60s Playboy illustrations. The thumb ring is worked in a rope motif. Both the thumbpiece and the bowl are stamped with French silver marks and the master silversmith’s mark for Ste Arcaud. The tastevin is presented in its original box from the Rolta boutiqueon rue de l’Opéra in Paris.
  • Origin: France, ca. 1960
  • Condition: excellent
  • Dimensions: 3-5/16” x 4-1/4” x 1”
  • Weight: 86.0 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1492018
Kensington House Antiques
$395.00
A vintage sterling silver vermouth dispenser in the form of a syringe by Gorham. These were called “Martini Spikes” when sold by Gorham in the 1960s. The functioning plunger allows vermouth to be drawn up into the syringe and then dispensed in precisely-calibrated doses for your medical cocktails. The syringe originally cost $10. The syringe is presented in its original fitted box and is accompalied by the illustrated instruction card.
  • Origin: Amerca, ca 1967-70
  • Condition: excellent, no monograms or dings; box in mint condition
  • Dimensions: 6-1/4” long.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1930 item #1492015
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$595.00
A beautiful set of six sterling pastry or cake forks designed by Bernard Cuzner for Liberty & Co. in 1923. The handles are elegantly enhanced with blue and green champleve enamel in a sort of peacock feather design. Cuzner was Liberty’s most influential silver designer in the 1920s. This set is fully hallmarked by Liberty and has the date mark for 1928. They are presented in their original silk-lined fitted case.
  • Origin: England, 1928
  • Condition: excellent, no enamel damage, very minor wear to the case
  • Dimensions: 5-1/8” long
  • Weight: 86.3 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Plate : Pre 1940 item #1492008
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$195.00
A rare large silver plate double jigger by Napier. The larger end is marked of in one-ounce increments up to four ounces and the smaller end at 1-1/2 and 2-1/2 ounces. Both ends have a small pour lips to prevent dripping. The interior is marked “Napier Pat. Pend.” Napier began producing barware after being inspired by the 1925 World’s Fair in Paris that showcased Art Deco luxury and continued until the U.S.’s entry into World War II.
  • Origin: America, 1925-41
  • Condition: excellent, minor wear to interior, no plating wear to exterior
  • Dimensions: 4-1/4” tall, 2-9/16” wide
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1930 item #1492007
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$795.00
A terrific first standard (950/1000 pure) silver tastevin by the acclaimed Dijon silversmith Marc Parrod. Though working in the very early 20th century, Parrod was fond of creating tastevins in fantasy styles of the 18th and early 19th centuries. Among his catalog of motifs were sides with repoussé decoration of grape clusters and leaves, bottoms inset with royal coins or medallions, double snake handles representing temptation in the Garden of Eden, and handles with engraved scenes or witty sayings. He must have had some /extra time when he made this tastevin, because it includes all these except the snake handle. In its place is a “tab handle” engraved with a cluster of grapes surrounded by a heart below the saying “A bon vin bonne humeur” (“To good wine and a good mood”). The bottom features a medallion (“jeton”) with the image of Louis XVI surrounded by a legend translated as “the most Christian King Louis XVI 1785”. The reverse of the medallion shows the coat of arms of the Duchy of Burgundy and the inscription “Comitia Burgundiae.” Silver jetons were struck by various civic governments (in this case, the Three Estates of Burgundy) or by the Crown itself to honor important people, significant historic occasions, or personal visits by the King. The rim is engraved with the name of the tastevin’s original owner Paulin from the wine village of Corton. The handle is stamped with Parrod’s mark and first-standard silver marks.
  • Origin: Dijon, ca. 1903-1944 (most likely toward the earlier part of this period)
  • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms, sharp detail
  • Dimensions: 2-7/8” x 3-13/16”
  • Weight: 67.2 grams
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Plate : Pre 1970 item #1491852
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$145.00
A delightful mid-century modern jigger by Reed & Barton. The figurine of the town drunk has a 1920’s feel, but the interior green enamel identifies the jigger as part of Reed & Barton’s “Color-Clad” line designed by John Prip and introduced in 1961. The bottom is marked “Reed & Barton 2oz” and has the pattern number “260.”
  • Origin: America, ca. 1961
  • Condition: excellent, no plating wear or enamel damage
  • Dimensions: 2-7/16” tall
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1487921
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An elegant sterling silver rollover jigger in Tiffany & Co.’s classic modernist “Cordis” pattern. Designed by Oscar Riedener in 1958, Cordis’ stark contemporary lines were something of an aesthetic departure for Tiffany. Riedener was a leading designer for Tiffany, most famous for his 1966 design of the Vince Lombardi Super Bowl Trophy. The jigger is designed to rest across the rim of cocktail shaker or glass. Once filled, the jigger can simply be tipped sideways, allowing the liquid to drop into the vessel without spills. The handle is marked “Tiffany & Co. Sterling.”
  • Origin: America, ca. 1960
  • Condition: excellent, no dings
  • Dimensions: 6” x 2-3/8” x 1-3/4”
  • Weight: 61.7 grams.
All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1487919
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$325.00
A modernist sterling silver graduated jigger by Tiffany marked off in half-ounce increments. This design, created in 1939 at the height of Tiffany’s Art Deco period, remained popular through the ensuing mid-century years. The bottom is marked “Tiffany & Co. Sterling” and has the date mark for 1955-65. The jigger is accompanied by its original Tiffany felt bag (with typical wear)
  • Origin: America, 1955-65
  • Condition: excellent, no dings
  • Dimensions: 1-13/16” tall x 2-1/4” diameter
  • Weight: 42.1 grams
  • All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1487918
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    A vintage sterling silver figural jigger by Gorham, the sides marked off with enameled stoplights in green, yellow, and red, meant to signify “go,” “caution,” and “stop.” Each light corresponds to the 1, 2.5, and 3.5 ounce markings on the jigger’s bottom. The bottom is hallmarked by Gorham
    • Origin: America, ca. 1950
    • Condition: excellent, a couple of extra-small pinpoint dings on the bottom edge
    • Dimensions: 2-7/16”
    • Weight: 50.4 grams
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1485720
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    A vintage sterling silver vermouth dispenser in the form of a syringe by Gorham. These were called “Martini Spikes” when sold by Gorham in the 1960s. The functioning plunger allows vermouth to be drawn up into the syringe and then dispensed in precisely-calibrated medical dosages into your favorite cocktail. The syringe originally cost $10. The syringe is accompanied by an illustrated instruction card and the original fitted box.
    • Origin: America, 1967-70
    • Condition: excellent, no monograms or dings,two wear spots to the top outer surface of the box
    • Dimensions: 6-1/4” long
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Continental : Pre 1900 item #1482016
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    $695.00
    A very good 19th century French silver tastevin (wine taster). This example is the in Burgundian style with repousse and engraved grape and leaf decoration around the bowl, rather than the more typical “perles” and fluted “godrons.” The handle, however, is in the classic style of two snakes grasping an apple symbolizing the Garden of Eden and the temptations of wine.The handle and the side of bowl are stamped with French 1st standard silver marks (950/1000 pure silver) and an unidentified maker’s mark.
    • Origin: France, probably Burgundy, ca 1890
    • Condition: excellent
    • Dimensions: 3-5/16” x 4-1/2” x 1-1/8”
    • Weight: 125.0 grams
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1940 item #1476916
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    $495.00
    An elegant boxed set of gilt sterling silver demitasse spoons with fox head finials. Each spoon is stamped with the hallmark for William Suckling. Each is also stamped “Swaine & Adeney,” one of London’s most exclusive luxury goods shops for more than 270 years. The spoons are presented in their original velvet- and silk-lined fitted case. An extra spoon, apparently from a second box, is included.
    • Origin: Birmingham, England, 1938
    • Condition: excellent, gilding intact; box shows typical wear
    • Dimensions: spoons, 3-13/16” long
    • Weight: 84.3 grams.
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1476625
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    A vintage sterling silver figural jigger by Gorham, the sides marked off with enameled stoplights in green, yellow, and red, meant to signify “go,” “caution,” and “stop.” Each light corresponds to the 1, 2=1/2, and 3-1/2 ounce markings on the jigger’s bottom. The bottom is hallmarked by Gorham
    • Origin: America, ca. 1950
    • Condition: excellent, two pinpoint dings on the bottom
    • Dimensions: 2-7/16”
    • Weight: 53.5 grams
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1970 item #1470968
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    A vintage sterling silver vermouth dispenser in the form of a syringe by Gorham. These were called “Martini Spikes” when sold by Gorham in the 1960s. The functioning plunger allows vermouth to be drawn up into the syringe and then dispensed in precisely-calibrated medical dosages into your favorite cocktail. The syringe originally cost $10. The syringe is accompanied by an illustrated instruction card and the original fitted box.
    • Origin: America, 1967-70
    • Condition: excellent, no monograms or dings,two wear spots to the top outer surface of the box.
    • Dimensions: 6-1/4” long
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Pre 1960 item #1469828
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    Silver mounted agate sculpture in the form of a Kiwi or a similar bird. The silver is well worked and complements the rich brown shadings of the agate. The silver mountings are marked "P. Rata 833".
    • Origin: Portugal, 1950
    • Condition: excellent, some natural pitting in the stone
    • Dimensions: 2-1/4" tall
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1940 item #1464125
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    A classic figural sterling silver thimble jigger by Thomae & Co. The rim is engraved “Only A Thimble Full.” The interior retains a softly gilt surface. Several companies made variations of thimble jiggers, but those by Thomae are among the best because of their superior weight and workmanship.
    • Origin: America, ca. 1935
    • Condition: excellent, no dings or monograms
    • Dimensions: 2” tall
    • Weight: 35.6 grams
    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1980 item #1455784
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    $265.00
    Rare sterling silver ice tongs in Kirk’s popular “Old Maryland Plain” pattern. This pattern, designed in 1850, is one of the oldest patterns in Baltimore silver. Because it is so simple, it can appear both Colonial or contemporary, and works well with nearly any silver pattern. The tongs are marked with later 20th century Kirk hallmarks.

    Origin: America, ca 1980. Condition: excellent, no monogram. Size: 6-1/4” long. Weight: 84.5 grams.

    All Items : Vintage Arts : Decorative Art : Metals : Silver : Sterling : Pre 1960 item #1455732
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    A classic sterling silver double jigger by Reed & Barton. Unlike most double jiggers, this style has the two bell-shaped measures joined directly at the middle rather than having a spacer, creating a more compact shape. The inside of one cup is hallmarked by Reed & Barton.
    • Origin: America, ca. 1955
    • Condition: excellent, no monograms or dings
    • Dimensions: 3-1/4” tall
    • Weight: 45.5 grams