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Newsletter
February 2005
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From the Attic |
We were brought quite a stunning collection of glass boots and shoes -
nearly 100 pieces! Included in this fabulous collection were a
Papier-mâché Snuff Shoe, price: $250.00 and a Frosted Crystal Baby
Moccasin, price: $150.00. Stop by and see this impressive collection.
WhatÌs in your attic?
Visit our web site and view a few more items from this glass
shoe and boot collection.
Read article Yard Sales, Schmard Sales. CONSIGNMENT = $ALE$
below and learn how easy it is to consign with Showcase Antique Center. |
Antiques and Vintage Collectibles
Spotlight... |
Figural Napkin Rings
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| Large and impressive figural napkin ring of a
draped cherub grasping a bud vase; entire item is silver plated; made by Reed &
Barton from Taunton, MA; Marked; circa 1880's. Length=3.1 width=1.75 height=5.
Price: $1,050.00 |
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Wheelbarrow Figural Napkin Ring |
| Wheelbarrow silver plate figural napkin ring No.
1535 by James W. Tufts; marked. Length=3.35 width=1.8 height=2.6. Price:
$495.00 |
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Baby
Hercules Pushing A Square Napkin Holder |
| Baby Hercules Pushing a Square Napkin Holder No. 1548; marked "James
W. Tufts Boston Warranted Quadruple Plate 1548;" initials are inscribed
on top of napkin holder. Height=3.25. Price: $850.00 |
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Goat
Pulls Napkin Holder on Wheels |
Goat Pulls Napkin Holder on Wheels No. 212 by Meriden Britannia Co.
From Meriden, CT; Silver plate; marked; circa 1880's. Length=4.3
width=2.25 height=2.8. Price: $795.00
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Angel
With Horn Napkin Ring No. 051 |
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| Wonderful silver plate napkin ring of a winged cherub blowing a
horn; napkin holder is surrounded by flowers; made by Simpson, Hall,
Miller & Co. From Wallingford, CT; Marked; circa 1880's. Length=3.12
width=1.8 height=4. Price: $795.00 |
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Peacock Atop Napkin Ring |
| Peacock Atop Napkin Ring No. 151; marked "Rogers & Bro. Triple Plate
151." Height=3.75. Price: $695.00 |
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Horse
Pulling Napkin Holder On Wheels |
| Horse Pulling Napkin Holder On Wheels No. 214; Silver Plate; Marked
"Guaranteed By Rogers, Smith & Co. Meriden, CT 214 U.S.A." Height=2.75
Price: $795.00 |
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Be Sure to Stop by Our Store and
See Our Large Selection of Figural Napkin Rings |
Gadget Canes
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Canes, or walking sticks, have a fascinating
history. But gadget canes, also called system canes, container, trick or
dual-purpose canes, are in a class of their own. Used much like a briefcase or
knapsack today, gadget canes turned the conventional walking stick into a
functional carrying case.
There are literally thousands of types of gadget canes housing everything from
fishing poles to fully-functioning guns, to trade tools such as a horse
measuring cane or surveyorÌs cane.
Cane Anatomy 101: The handle is the pride of
many a carver. Here they could showcase their talent with intricate carvings in
the form of dogs, horses, birds, human faces or figural handles of dignitaries.
Silver trimmings and glass or jeweled eyes were much in demand. In some gadget
canes, the handle housed pipes, lighters, matches, coins or vanity items.
The collar, located at the union of the handle with the shaft, was often made of
metal and carried the name of the owner or an engraved legend. Other collar
materials were horn, bone or ivory.
Canes manufactured prior to 1860 had a hole
drilled through the cane's upper shaft and a swivel added for a wrist cord. The
more expensive canes had their outer surface surrounded by eyelets made of iron,
bone, ivory, horn and precious metals to prevent wear and tear on the holes.
The shaft is the straight part of the cane,
usually made of botanical materials (wood, branches, stems) or from zoological
materials (horn, ivory, bone) or from inorganic materials (metals, glass).
The ferrule is a cap of solid metal, horn,
ivory, copper or silver with an iron heel which covers the bottom of the cane.
Fun Fact: During the 1700-1800th century in England, it was necessary
to procure a license for the privilege of carrying a cane.
(Source information: The Encyclopedia of Collectibles, Canes, Staffs of
Many Lives, by Frances H. Monek, 1978.)
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In Our Showcase |
- Artist Walking Stick with paint palette in stick; Brush in tip
ferrule. Price: $1075.00
- 1895 Silver Match Safe Cane with toothpick and pencil in safe.
Price: $1075.00
- Horse Measuring Cane with silver hallmarks. Price: $1075.00
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Here's a Sampliong of Gadget Canes FromOur Website |
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Sword Gadget
Cane with brass ferrule, collar and finial; wooden shaft and decorative
ivory banding above collar; unmarked. Length=36
Price: $1,350.00. |
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Gun Gadget
Cane with metal ferrule, trigger rod and shaft; wads and pellets are
contained in the cane handle; unmarked. Length=32. Price: $1,800.00 |
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Stuart's Musings
In the nineteenth century, New England was renown for its silver
manufacturers. Exquisite detail, composition and artistry were the hallmarks of
fine silver found in many New England households. HereÌs a little background on
a few of the silversmiths and manufacturers whose pieces we are proud to carry.
The Rogers Brothers, manufacturers of silver plate flatware and hollowware,
traces its beginnings to the 1820s. Their most popular line was the 1847 Rogers
Bros. flatware which is still being produced today.
The Meriden Britannia Company (1852) of Meriden, Connecticut purchased The
Rogers Bros. in 1862 thereby acquiring the popular 1847 Rogers Bros. line.
By 1878, Meriden had a store at Union Square in New York City as well as a
manufacturing facility in West Meriden, CT. According to their 1878 catalogue,
the company won a first place medal at the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for the "large variety of silver plated white metal
hollowware, of excellent quality and finish, and of tasteful designs."
Meriden Britannia was one of the original companies to form the International
Silver Co. in 1898. The Meriden Silver Plate Co. founded in 1869 by Charles
Casper also joined with the International Silver Co.
The F. B. Rogers Silver Company was originally founded in 1883 in Shelburne
Falls, Massachusetts and was moved to Taunton, MA in 1886. The company has used
many different marks over the years and is still in business today.
In 1866, Samuel Simpson, known for his Britannia ware in Wallingford, organized
Simpson, Hall, Miller and Co., to do silver plating. His success led to a
contract with William Rogers, Jr., to supervise the manufacture and marketing of
Simpson, Hall, Miller and Co. Rogers "Eagle" brand.
In 1895, they began manufacturing sterling silverware and were one of the
original companies to become part of the International Silver Company in 1898.
The Roger Smith & Company was formed in 1857 by William Rogers and George Smith
to manufacture silver plate and Britannia ware. The company produced an array of
goods, from elaborate tea sets to individual salt spoons and everything in
between. One specialty, for which they held numerous design patents, was ice
water pitchers. While most goods were either Britannia metal or silver plate, a
limited amount of sterling was made. All sterling goods carried a special mark
stating it was 925/1000 silver.
The company, originally located in Hartford, moved to New Haven in 1863 when
it was acquired by Meriden Britannia Company. It moved again to Meriden in 1876.
The company was eventually absorbed by International Silver.
If your heirloom silver pieces carry any of these marks and you would like to
learn their value, send me an e-mail at
sales@showcaseantiques.com to
arrange for an appraisal. ~ Stuart Brody
(Source information: Encyclopedia of American Silver Manufacturers, Rainwater
& Redfield, 2004)
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Looking for a Unique
Gift for Your Sweetheart or a Wedding?
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| Angel on Heart-Shaped Base Figural Napkin Ring No. 4370: The napkin ring
sits atop a wishbone and turkey foot on a heart-shaped base; marked "Rogers &
Bro. Triple Plate 4370;" inscribed "Best Wishes" on the napkin ring. Height=2.
Price: $595.00 |
SOLD!!!
Impressive sale number 1:
Thirteen Victorian Silver Plate Figural Napkin Rings. $9000.00
Impressive sale number 2:
Royal Bayreuth Santa Pin Tray w/ Blue Mark. $2250.00
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Yard Sales, Schmard Sales.
CONSIGNMENT = $ALE$
"If you have something old, bring it in - it could be a
valuable antique or collectible. Having an expert look at it is the best way to
find out."
-Stuart Brody, owner and appraiser, Showcase Antique
Center
Do you have a valuable or family heirloom you'd like to sell?
Our consignment arrangement is the prime outlet for getting the best possible
price for your antiques and collectibles.
Not sure what your item is worth? Our highly qualified
appraisers will determine the value of your merchandise for you. This service is
free of charge to our consignors.
Looking for Consignors with Quality Antiques
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We are committed to carrying quality antiques and vintage
collectibles
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We don't allow any reproductions
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We adhere to specific time periods for vintage collectibles
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We will appraise your items, ensuring the highest value possible
Our Marketing Strategy
Additional Services
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If your merchandise sells through our ads or eBay, we handle the
shipping and charge the customer.
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We remit all the sales tax so you don't have to worry about it.
Want to learn more about consigning with Showcase Antique
Center? Contact Stuart Brody at
sales@showcaseantiques.com. That extra money in your pocket is a click away! |
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Showcase Antique Center
located at the entrance to Old Sturbridge Village,
Route 20, Sturbridge, MA 01566
Tel: (508) 347-7190 Fax: (508) 347-5420
sales@showcaseantiques.com
Showcase Antique Center is conveniently located on Route 20 in
Sturbridge, MA, just one mile from I-90 (the Massachusetts Turnpike) and
I-84. We're minutes away from the world-renown outdoor Brimfield Antique
Shows held annually each May, July and September.
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