Monthly Archive for September, 2008

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Medium Jones Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 4.25″

Price: $65.00

Product code: P04

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The Medium Jones Porringer is a reproduction of one made in the late 18th century by Providence, Rhode Island pewterer, Gershom Jones, circa 1774 -1809. This was the first piece my father reproduced years ago. It is also special to me, because I grew up in Providence.

This type of handle is referred to as a flower handle and it is a beautiful and classic form. In addition to the large, we also make the Large and Small Jones Porringers with bowl diameters of 5.25″ and 3.5″ respectively. The small is an excellent choice for babies and the medium an excellent choice for young children as the handles are quite sturdy.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Pewter and Porringers. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, handle, Pewter, porringer, reproduction.

Large Jones Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5.25″

Price: $95.00

Product code: P03

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The Large Jones Porringer is a reproduction of one made in the late 18th century by Providence, Rhode Island pewterer, Gershom Jones, circa 1774 -1809. This was the first piece my father reproduced years ago. It is also special because I grew up in Providence.

This type of handle is referred to as a flower handle and it is a beautiful and classic form. In addition to the large, we also make the Medium and Small Jones Porringers with bowl diameters of 4.25″ and 3.5″ respectively. The small is an excellent choice for babies and the medium an excellent choice for young children as the handles are quite sturdy.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Pewter and Porringers. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, handle, Pewter, porringer, reproduction.

Medium Porringer, Flower Handle

Bowl Diameter: 4.25″

Price: $65.00

Product code: P02

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The Medium Porringer Flower Handle is a piece my father reproduced many years ago. I believe he copied a 19th century porringer made by the Cincinnati, Ohio firm of Flagg & Homan. It is a wonderful handle design. Most medium size porringer bowls are 4.25″ in diameter.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Pewter and Porringers. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, handle, Pewter, porringer.

Crown Handle Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5.25″

Price: $95.00

Product code: P01

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The Crown Handle Porringer is a reproduction of an 18th century porringer that I believe was made in Boston.

It has a 5.25″ diameter bowl which was referred to as a pint capacity. These were multi-purpose vessels that were used to eat from, to drink from and to use as measures. In fact, if you look at the inventories of 18th century pewterers, they list the porringers by their capacity. The crown, or coronet handle is a wonderful design.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Pewter and Porringers. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, handle, Pewter, porringer.

R. Gleason Plates

R. Gleason 9.5″ Plate

Diameter: 9.5″
Price: $95.00

Product code: D09

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The Gleason Plates (3 sizes) are reproductions of ones made by Roswell Gleason, Dorchester, MA circa 1821-1871.

They have a narrower rim with a rolled edge and a deeper bowl than the Gibson style plates. These plates are quite sturdy as well. The deep bowl is great for pasta dishes, or any dish with sauce.

Also available in the following sizes…

R. Gleason 8″ Plate

Diameter: 8″
Price: $75.00

Product code: D11

R. Gleason 63⁄4” Plate

Diameter: 6.75″
Price: $50.00

Product code: D10

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Holiday Gifts, Pewter and Plates & Dishes. 0 Comments Tags: Pewter, plate, reproduction.

Gibson Plates

Gibson 10″ Plate

Diameter: 10″
Price: $95.00

Product code: D05

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The Gibson Plates (4 sizes) are all smooth rim plates with a decorative incised line near the outer edge. They are an original design, but could easily pass for 18th century style plates.

They are sturdy and ready for heavy use. Stack them, or put them on edge in the hutch when they’re off duty

Also available in the following sizes…

Gibson 8″ Plate

Diameter: 8″
Price: $75.00

Product code: D06

Gibson 7″ Plate

Price: $50.00

Diameter: 7″

Product code: D07

Gibson 6″ Plate

Diameter: 6″
Price: $45.00

Product code: D08

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Pewter and Plates & Dishes. 0 Comments Tags: Gibson design, Pewter, plate.

Service Plate

Diameter: 11.5″
Price: $140.00

Product code: D04

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The Service Plate is 11.5 inches in diameter and has a shallow bowl. These plates are mistakenly referred as chargers by the large chain stores and mail order catalogs.

The service plate is primarily used in formal place settings and lies under the actual dinner plate which are usually 10 inches in diameter. Some of our customers use these as dinner plates, and others use them for serving cheese & crackers.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Pewter and Plates & Dishes. 0 Comments Tags: Pewter, plate.

Deep Dish

Diameter: 11.5″
Price: $150.00

Product code: D03

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The Deep Dish is a classic form with its narrow rim and deep bowl. The rolled outer edge gives it lots of stability.

When not in service, store it on edge in the hutch or place it flat on the dining room table as a gleaming centerpiece!

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Platter

Diameter: 12.5″
Price: $185.00

Product code: D02

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The Platter is a scaled down version of the charger at 12.5 inches in diameter. It has a wide rim and a deeper bowl and is made from our heaviest gauge metal. This is a very sturdy dish with a lot of potential uses.

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Charger

Diameter: 15″
Price: $250.00

Product code: D01

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The Charger is our largest serving dish with a diameter of 15 inches. If you want to serve a 20 lb. turkey, a leg of lamb or a whole lot of fresh veggies, this is your dish. A lot of people today mistakenly call a service plate a charger.

A service plate (we make one) is for formal dining and goes under your dinner plate. A charger is much larger and deeper and used for serving food. Our charger has a rolled outer edge and is made from heavy gauge metal.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Pewter and Plates & Dishes. 0 Comments Tags: Pewter, plate.

Salt Bowl & Spoon

Height: 1″

Diameter: 3″
Price: $25.00

Product code: B14

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The Salt Bowl & Spoon has been a great addition to the product line. Many people use different kinds of salt today. Our bowl and spoon combination is great to keep handy on the stovetop or on the tabletop. Because it is an open vessel, the salt never clumps or clogs like conventional shakers. Another great small gift idea.

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Large Salad Bowl

Height: 4.5″

Diameter: 13″
Price: $250.00

Product code: B13

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The Salad Bowl is big and beautiful. My father and I used to spin these together, each of us holding a spinning tool, he on the outside, forming and my following stick on the inside, preventing the 15 inch disc from waffling at the outer edge. It always looked like a tug of war. Today, I’ve mastered the process with a tool in each hand. It’s still a battle, but the end result is well worth it. This beauty has many uses and can easily serve salad to a party of 10, or more! We use our bowl all of the time.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bowls and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, Pewter.

Fruit Bowl

Height: 2″

Diameter: 12.25″
Price: $185.00

Product code: B10

In the permanent collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

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The Fruit Bowl was my Father’s masterpiece. It won the Steven’s Metal Award at the 17th Annual Juried Exhibit of the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen in 1992. One year later, in 1993, it was acquired for the permanent pewter collection of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston along with our Woodgrain Beaker.

This bowl has always been a challenge to photograph because it has a relatively low profile, so pictures usually do it no justice. But as a testament to its beauty, more folks who buy this bowl as a gift usually confess, within a year’s time, that they kept it for themselves! Either way, it’s a great choice.

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Yates Basin

Height: 2.5″

Diameter: 11″
Price: $185.00

Product code: B11

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The Yates Basin is a reproduction of an 18th century piece made by London pewterer, Richard Yates, circa 1770s. It’s a big bowl with the classic narrow rim of a period basin. Makes a wonderful centerpiece or serving bowl!

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Candy Dish

Height: 1.5″

Diameter: 5.5″
Price: $45.00

Product code: B09

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The Candy Dish is another old design that has been a customer favorite over the years. It has so many uses and is a great gift for all occasions.

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Woodgrain Nut Bowl

Height: 2″

Diameter: 5″
Price: $45.00

Product code: B08

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The Woodgrain Nut Bowl, like its cousin, the Woodgrain Beaker, is a unique form. It’s shaped over a wooden form and then burnished with so much pressure that the grain of the wood is imprinted into the metal.

It’s beautiful to look at and touch. It also is a conversation piece! One of our most popular pieces to be sure. In addition to our regular product information provided in each box, these pieces have a separate card describing the woodgrain effect.

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Soup/Salad Bowl

Height: 2″

Diameter: 7″
Price: $55.00

Product code: B07

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The Soup / Salad Bowl is a scaled down version of the Serving Bowl, so the two compliment each other nicely. Great for candy or nuts, too! Made from heavy gauge metal for everyday use.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Bowls, Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, Pewter.

Serving Bowl

Height: 2″

Diameter: 9″
Price: $125.00

Product code: B06

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The Serving Bowl has a graceful line and has many uses. The flared lip is easy to hold, even with hot veggies in the bowl! There’s a decorative incised line one quarter inch from the outside edge. One of our most popular bowls, and a great wedding gift.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bowls, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, bridal, hand-turned, housewarming, Pewter, tableware.

Apple Bowl

Height: 3.5″

Diameter: 8″
Price: $125.00

Product code: B05

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The Apple Bowl is one of my father’s earliest designs. I remember seeing this bowl on our kitchen table, always filled with apples or other healthy fruit. A wonderful gift item that does not take up a lot of counter space.

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Revere Bowls

Large Revere Bowl

Height: 5″

Diameter: 10″
Price: $250.00

Product code: B01

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The Revere Bowls are an adaptation of the original silver Liberty Bowl made by colonial patriot and silversmith Paul Revere. The original bowl has a straight lip, but our version has a gentle curve for a more refined line.

All four sizes are made with heavy gauge metal. An excellent choice for a gift or award!

Also available in the following sizes…

3/4 Revere Bowl

Height: 4″

Diameter: 8″
Price: $200.00

Product code: B02

1/2 Revere Bowl

Height: 3″

Diameter: 6.5″
Price: $175.00

Product code: B03

1/4 Revere Bowl

Height: 2.75″

Diameter: 5.5″
Price: $150.00

Product code: B04

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Leddell Chalice

Height: 7.5″

Capacity: 10 oz.

Price: $250.00

Product code: CS4

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The Leddell Chalice is an adaptation of an 18th century chalice made by Joseph Leddell, Sr. of New York City, circa 1740s. The original is taller, with an unusually large cup. We scaled the cup down somewhat and the proportions now seem right.

I’m pretty sure my father’s inspiration for this project was seeing a photo of an original example from the New Haven Colony Historical Society which is engraved on the cup with the words, “Drink ye All Of This” and dated 1744!

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R. Gibson Chalice

Height: 7″

Price: $275.00

Product code: CS3

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The R. Gibson Chalice was my dad’s first chalice design. He was a Congregational Minister as well as a pewterer, so this piece had a special place in his heart.

As a result of his connection to the United Church of Christ, his chalices were presented, from time to time, to various church leaders in sister churches on other continents. This is truly a beautiful chalice.

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J. Gibson Chalice

Height: 8.75″

Price: $275.00

Product code: CS2

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The J. Gibson Chalice is an original design. At nearly 9″ in height, it’s the tallest chalice I make.

It shares the same base and shaft of the Dunham Candlestick, and the cup is from the Jumbo Tumbler. Pewterers in the 18th and 19th century mixed and matched parts too!

Each one of our chalices has a rich and gleaming finish.

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Kid’s Cup

Height: 3.5″

Price: $30.00

Product code: C13

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The Kid’s Cup came about a few years ago when my oldest child graduated from her baby cup. It’s a scaled down version of the Pint Beaker. Like all of my pieces, made from heavy gauge metal to withstand the tests of time.

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Tall Baby Cup

Height: 3″

Price: $45.00

Product code: C12

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The Tall Baby Cup is another popular design for those folks who want a little more volume coupled with a decorative scroll handle.

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Baby Cup (Wood grain interior)

Height: 2.5″

Price : $40.00

Product code: C11

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The Baby Cup with the woodgrain interior was the first piece my father made using this method. The cup is fashioned over birch and burnished. It’s a unique piece in every sense of the word.

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Baby Cup (straight sides)

Height: 2.5″

Price: $40.00

Product code: C10

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The Baby Cup with straight sides is my best seller with its wide base, rolled lip, and bullet proof handle. Neither of my kids could destroy their baby cups! Two incised lines at the top and bottom add a nice decorative touch.

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Baby Cup (tapered sides)

Height: 2.5″

Price: $40.00

Product code: C09

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The Baby Cup with tapered sides has graceful lines. The scroll handle is a delicate, yet sturdy design and the rolled lip gives the young one something to gum when the teeth start sprouting.

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Baby Mug

Height: 2.5″

Price: $80.00

Product code: C08

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The Baby Mug seems to scream “baby boy!” Fortunately, many a young lass has received this cup as well. I made the first one of these for my nephew years ago, even though his family lives in wine country of northern California.