Encyclopedia of American Silver Manufacturers FROM THE PUBLISHER
With more than 2400 marks illustrated and brief histories and cross-references of more than 1600 manufacturers, this is the most comprehensive reference source on the subject. To compile the information presented here, the authors devoted much time over several decades researching numerous sources. These include various editions of Trademarks of the Jewelry & Kindred Trades, U.S. Patent Office records, silver and jewelry catalogs of manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers, records of companies still in business, and pieces examined in antiques shops all over the country. This fourth edition includes many new trademarks, many additional companies, and brings up to date the many changes in company ownership during the last decade.
SYNOPSIS
This reference for collectors, appraisers, and historians contains an alphabetized listing of more than 1400 American silver manufacturers. Each entry provides a brief history of a particular manufacturer, and many are accompanied by drawings and photographs of the trademarks used. An alphabetical listing of trade names aids in the identification of brands that do not incorporate the name of the manufacturer. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
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