Pair of Edwardian sterling silver napkin rings. Made by Robert Chandler in Birmingham in 1906. Each: arched and tapering top and flat bottom. Pierced foliage and flowers flanking scrolled oval cartouche.

Dimensions: H 1 ½ x W 2 x D 1 ½ in. Total weight: 1.6 troy ounces.

In leather bound case with silk and velvet lining. Case dimensions: H 2 ¼ x W 6 1/8 x D 3 in. BI615

Sterling silver bowl. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca. 1900. Circular well, curved sides, and everted rim. Interior has twisted flutes. Scrolls and shells applied to rim. Hallmark includes model no. A2227. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 3 ¼ x D 10 ¼ in. Weight: 12 troy ounces. BI669

Edwardian Neoclassical sterling silver basket. Made by Walker & Hall in Sheffield in 1902. Ovoid with tapering sides and flared rim. Rests on raised ovoid foot. Tapering swing handle. Solid well bordered by pierced and engraved ornament. Foot has linear piercing. Rims and handle molded. Oval cartouche (vacant) applied to handle. Hallmark includes model no. 5944. Excellent condition with nice patina.

Dimensions: H (with handle): 10 1/2 in. H (without handle) 4 x W 12 x D 8 1/4 in.... Click for details

Art Nouveau sterling silver compote. Made by Meriden Britannia (part of International) in Meriden, Conn., ca. 1900. Circular well, curved sides, and scrolled and everted rim. Interior sides have asymmetrical frames. Repousse and chased flowers, foliage, and scrolls on rim. Rests on conical foot. Tactile and sinuous. Monogrammed. Hallmark includes model no. C4148. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 5 ¼ x D 10 in. Weight: 10 troy ounces. BI694

Sterling silver gilt scoop in Lily of the Valley pattern. Made by Wood & Hughes (the predecessor to Graff, Washbourne & Dunn) in New York, ca. 1880. Stylized flower set in leaf-form terminal. Bowl is fluted, triangular, and richly gilt. A great piece by a historic New York maker. Hallmarked. Excellent condition with deep patina.

Length: 8 ¼ in. Weight: 1 troy ounces. BL394

Sterling silver cigarette case with marine motif. Made by R. Blackinton in North Attleboro, Mass., ca. 1900. Rectangular and hinged. Chased and repousse double-sided aquatic scene: water, plants, and fish. Interior gilt. Hallmark includes model no. 597. Excellent condition.

Dimensions: H 3 ¼ x W 2 ¾ in. Weight: 3.4 troy ounces. BI742

German sterling silver three-mast ship. Imported to Chester, England by Berthold Muller in 1903. A very large model of an old three-mast warship in battle. Sailors wield weapons, climb rigging, and fall in agony. The gun ports are open. The captain is at the helm.

A wonderful model from the mermaid figurehead to the dolphin rudder. Sails are “stitched” and the hand-hammering suggests billowing wind. Ships and decks are made of “planks.” Interior of captain’s cabin has shadows... Click for details

Three-piece sterling silver coffee service. Made by Svend Toxvaerd in Copenhagen, ca. 1960. This service comprises 1 coffeepot with cover, 1 creamer, and 1 sugar.

Coffeepot: baluster body, s-scroll vertical spout, foot ring, and ebonized wood bracket handle. Cover is concave with flared edge and cylindrical ebonized-wood finial. Creamer: squat bowl, foot ring, asymmetrical mouth, and concave bracket side handles. Creamer: round bowl, foot ring, asymmetrical mouth with lip spout, and concave... Click for details

Regal and romantic sterling silver heart box. Made by Howard in New York in 1897. Heart form with hinged cover. Ornament includes garlands and ribbon applied to sides and cover. Also, three crowned cartouches (vacant). Hallmark includes date and model no. 166. Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 3/4 x W 6 3/4 x D 7 1/2 in. Weight: 25.5 troy ounces. #BI624

Set of 4 Victorian sterling silver napkin rings inset with hardstones. Made by Barnard & Sons in London, 1867-69. Each: engraved foliage and flowers. Large cabochon-cut hardstone mounted to top and bordered by beading. Each stone a different color. Hallmark includes date letters for 1867 and 1869. Excellent condition with nice patina.

Dimensions: H 1 ¼ x D 2 in. Total weight (with hardstones): 4.1 troy ounces.

In leather-bound quatrefoil case with fitted velvet and silk lining. Case... Click for details

French 950 silver desk box, ca. 1910. Rectangular with paneled sides. Cover is hinged with molded rim. On top is rectangular cartouche bordered by garlands, scrolls, and foliage. Elegant and subdued. Art Nouveau with a hint of Rococo. Box and cover interior cedar lined. Box underside lined with leather. Mercury head hallmark. Excellent condition with delicate patina and crisp corners.

Dimensions: H 2 3/4 x W 8 1/2 x D 5 3/4 in. #BI564

Hand-hammered sterling silver water pitcher. Made by Svend Toxvaerd in Copenhagen C 1950. Baluster body, scroll handle with grape-bunch mount, raised foot, wide lip spout, and molded rim. Base encircled with applied grape bunches alternating with stylized flowers. An attractive piece of Danish silver with strong Jensen inspiration.

Dimensions: H 8 7/8 x W 6 ½ x D 4 ½ in. Weight: 18.9 troy ounces. BL327