The Book of Old Silver: English, American, Foreign

The Book of Old Silver: English, American, Foreign

The art of silversmithing dates back to centuries ago, and its history is an interesting and intricate one, but even Old Silver connoisseurs arenâ€™t familiar with all of the customs, laws, regulations, and fashions of the past. First published in 1937, The Book of Old Silver thoroughly chronicles the fascinating history of the art of this precious metal, starting in England, which produced more fine silver than any other country and ignited the craftâ€™s greatest flowering. Â

Did you know the word â€œSterlingâ€ originates from a band of immigrant Germans, the Easterlings, who were called on by King John in 1300 to refine the metal to make English coins? Or that the English government regulated the stamping of silver by law, and later punished the marking of inferior pieces with the sterling hallmark by death? Seymour B. Wyler follows the history of various types of silver pieces, including tea services, drinking articles, condiment sets, tableware, lighting appliances, and furniture, and details the history of silver in various parts of the United Kingdom, America, and Europe. Â

Along with the history and traditions, Wyler provides instructions on how to properly care for and clean Old Silver, details how to identify antique pieces, and provides tables and illustrations of various silversmithsâ€™ marks. Including photographs of antiques dating back to the sixteenth century, this book is a must-have for every silver collector.
Country USA
Brand Skyhorse
Manufacturer Skyhorse
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber illustrations
ReleaseDate 2013-01-15
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781620872116

Country	USA
Brand	Skyhorse
Manufacturer	Skyhorse
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	illustrations
ReleaseDate	2013-01-15
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781620872116

The Book of Old Silver: English, American, Foreign

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