Hi, why do you think they are 18th century? Just curious :)
I have a Lotz vase with silver overlay that is marked for an American silver company :)
If she left you pottery, whatever you do, do not soak it in bleach (newbies sometimes think this is a good idea)! Warm, soapy water is your friend...
Take the drawer out and look at the bottom. I have one from 1921 and the original paperwork is there :happy:
No problem, Bev, call or email me when you get it :)
I think it says 1/20 12K so it is gold filled. The stones are most likely glass. M. & S. MFG. CO., Inc., Providence, RI, see this site for...
Rhinestone Rosie is great but she is expensive for repairs. I hate to say it but an Art piece does not warrant the expense unless there is a...
JMHO, not Art Nouveau, it's way too realistic and not at all as stylized as Art Nouveau would be, like these are: [ATTACH]
A lot depends on where you are going to sell them :)
You did a great job! I love the blue glass!!
I thought so too, but what do I know ;)
Me too :joyful:
The only time I can sell silver plate flatware is when I sell it to a guy at the flea who makes into jewelry. I can't sell any silver plate hollow...
Beautifully carved cameo! I agree with Ownedbybear on the date based on the carving, the clasp and the hinge.
Sterling collector spoons still sell for me on eBay, I just have to get them at a good price. I stay away from silver plate, I have a hard time...
I got this vase at a house call, paid $50 for it hoping, but not really believing, it was Loetz. When I got it home I did lots of research and...
Yep, I know that. They will break.
You have to remove the stones, if you try to solder with the stones in place the heat will destroy them.
I agree, when I look at it I saw Art Nouveau Egyptian Revival. LOVE IT!!!!!
The damage will not happen right away - do not get rhinestones wet!!!! I use a soft toothbrush with a little bit of rubbing alcohol on it, then...
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