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Hammered Fruit Bowl

I’ve made a special piece this year which I intend to unveil in the Living With Crafts exhibit at the fair. It is a Fruit Bowl that was inspired by the work of the late Fred Pulsifer, a pewterer from Exeter, NH, whom I watched at the fair with my father, back in the 1970′s.

The bowl is hammered entirely with paper mallets over wooden forms and the four panel base is reticulated, a process which involves extreme heat and fast quenching with a moist cloth. Tricky work, but the end result is quite dramatic.

I’m not sure if I’m going to make another, so if you want this one, you’ll have to travel to Sunapee in your Brink’s truck and be prepared to shell out $1,200. The Fruit Bowl is about 12″ square, stands 6″ tall and weighs nearly 9 lbs.!

Published on Tuesday July 19, 2011 in Bowls and Bridal & Housewarming. 0 Comments

Large Vase

Size: 8″ tall

Price: $150

Product code: V05

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New Product!

I’ve had a lot of requests for a taller vase with a wider top and base. The 5th and final new design for 2011 is the Large Vase. At 8″ in height, it’s an impressive form with a gently flared top lip and 3 decorative incised lines. This is a gift you may want for yourself!

Published on Tuesday May 31, 2011 in Bridal & Housewarming, Pewter and Vases. 0 Comments

Dip Bowl

Height: 2.25″

Diameter Top: 5″

Diameter Bottom: 2.5″

Price: $45

Product code: B17

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New Product!

The Dip Bowl is an ultra modern design with slightly angled straight sides. It holds 12 oz. with room to spare.

Published on Tuesday March 29, 2011 in Bowls, Bridal & Housewarming and Pewter. 0 Comments

Condiment Bowl

Height: 2.5″

Diameter Top: 3.75″

Diameter Bottom: 2 5/8″

Price: $75

Product code: B18

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New Product!

The Condiment Bowl looks like a scaled down Revere Bowl with its round bowl, flared lip and sturdy, low foot.

Note: our Small Queen Anne Spoon fits perfectly in this bowl and makes a terrific set.

Published on Tuesday March 29, 2011 in Bowls, Bridal & Housewarming and Pewter. 0 Comments

Announcing a Great New Raffle for 2012

The 2011 Grande Prize Raffle is over. The lucky winner of one of our prize winning Fruit Bowls is… Carol Carnes of Longs, South Carolina. Congratulations Carol with a big hug from all of us up here in N.H.!!!

We’re planning another annual big raffle for 2012. We’ll be giving away a pair of our ever popular Rufus Dunham Candlesticks. These beauties look great in any setting.

The drawing will be in Early December, 2012 and the winner will be chosen from the list of people signed up for our email newsletter. So if you’d like to be entered for the Fruit Bowl drawing, register now in the signup box at the top of the left column on our website!

Published on Friday December 24, 2010 in Bridal & Housewarming, Graduation Gifts, Holiday Gifts and Raffle Winners. 0 Comments

Jumbo Coasters

Diameter: 4.875″
Price: $75.00 for set of four

Product code: G04

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It’s been a long time in the planning stages, but I finally hunkered down and designed a modern-day sized coaster to match the base of larger mugs and other beverage holders. The Gibson Pewter version of Super Size Me!

Our Jumbo Coasters are almost 5″ in diameter and made from thick, heavy gauge pewter stock. They are rugged and ready to work. With an inside base diameter of 4″ (!), they can handle your biggest coffee mug or glass with ease. And these are nice and heavy. They won’t stick to the bottom of your glass the way other coasters often do.

Published on Saturday February 13, 2010 in $50 to $100, Bridal & Housewarming, Miscellaneous and Pewter. 0 Comments

Centerpiece Bowl

Height: 2″

Diameter: 12″
Price: $195.00

Product code: B16

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The Centerpiece Bowl is a new addition to our product line. It is a real beauty. An original design and a contemporary form, it has a low flared rim with a distinctive beaded edge and an incised line on the inside bottom. At 12″ in diameter and 2″ in height, it truly is worthy of being a centerpiece.

You’ll also be amazed at the capacity of this vessel. Fill it with fruit, nuts, veggies, or even a low silk flower arrangement to bring cheer to your meals and get you through until the season of new buds arrives.

Published on Saturday February 13, 2010 in Bowls, Bridal & Housewarming, New Products and Pewter. 0 Comments

May Raffle Winner

Congratulations to Heather Clemons, our May winner of Yin/Yang Earrings. Keep an open mind to the meaning of each of life’s challenges and opportunities.

Each month, we select a winner of our monthly gift of a pair of Gibson Pewter Earrings. For June, we’ll be awarding a pair of our pretty Rosebud Earrings. Early spring blossoms are now making way for the summer beauties.

Anyone who registers in the box in the right-hand corner of the website receives periodic updates about our new products and promotions, and those names are among those we select from each month.

Published on Monday June 8, 2009 in Bridal & Housewarming, Pewter and Raffle Winners. 0 Comments

Small Sugar Bowl

Price: $300

Size:3″ diameter and 4″ tall

Product code: TS9

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The Small Sugar Bowl is 3″ in diameter and stands 4″ tall to the top of the finial. It is an original design and was made to accompany the Queen Anne teapots.

The body has three incised lines, two in the mid section and one near the top lip. The pedestal base has a rolled lower edge for extra stability. The lid has two incised lines, a beaded finial, and has an outer edge which can be ordered with or without a beaded edge.

Published on Wednesday April 8, 2009 in Bowls, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: Queen Anne Tea Service.

Creamer with Cabriole Feet

Price: $300

Size: 4″ tall

Product code: TS8

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The Creamer with cabriolé feet stands 4″ tall to the top of the handle. It is a mid-18th century style creamer and was made to accompany the Queen Anne Teapots. The spout, handle, and feet are separate castings which are soldered to the cream pot body. Later 18th century examples have spouts which are an integral part of the upper body casting. Antique examples of these kinds of cream pots are quite rare.

Published on Wednesday April 8, 2009 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter, Pitchers & Creamers and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: cabriole feet, creamer, Queen Anne Tea Service.

Serving Tray with Beaded Edge

Price: $300

Size: 12.5″ diameter

Product code: TS7

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The Serving Tray with Beaded Edge is 12.5″ in diameter and was designed to accompany all of my tea services. The 1″ rim has an incised line and distinctive beading on the outer edge to create an elegant serving piece. The tray is made from our heaviest metal stock.

Published on Wednesday April 8, 2009 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter, Plates & Dishes and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: Queen Anne Tea Service, serving tray.

Dress Your Tree in Pewter

Dress your tree in pewter and you will never again mess with squashed and broken ornaments or lost hooks. Mark your holidays with decorations that celebrate beauty and permanence.

Each Gibson Pewter ornament is priced at $15. Purchase five, of the same or all different, at once and enjoy holiday savings… only $70. You choose your favorite five from amongst the entire collection.

This will make a great housewarming or seasonal gift, or divvy them up as nifty stocking stuffers for all of your special people!

Published on Monday November 24, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Holiday Gifts and Ornaments. 0 Comments Tags: casting, ornament.

“Queen Anne” Teapot, with feet

Price: $1200.00

Product code: TS3

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Collectors have referred to this style of teapot as “Queen Anne” even though they were introduced during the reign of King George III (1760–1801), well after her reign (1704–1711). Some collectors refer to this type simply as an 18th century pear-shaped teapot. I think all would agree that whatever the name, the style is without rival. These teapots are beautiful and elegant.

I need to thank the following craftsmen for their invaluable contributions to this project which took well over a year to complete. Antiques dealer, Wayne Hilt, loaned me an 18th century antique example to study as I began this venture. Wayne’s guidance in the design phase was nothing less than critical as he prodded me to refine the lines of the body and spout.

NH Furniture Master, William Thomas made a sectional chuck for the teapot which is a work of art in itself. Bill has made this kind of chuck for me before for the Granny Vase, the R. Dunham Pitcher, and the Tulip Pint Mug. A sectional chuck is a collapsable form which allows me to make the body of the vessel from one piece of metal.

As far as I can tell, ours are the only “Queen Anne” teapots to be made this way. Most are made from two pieces and soldered in the “belly.” Our teapots will never crack or leak as a result! Bill carves the beautiful rosewood handles for my teapots as well.

Lastly, Lee Ring, made a bronze mold for “slush-casting” the spout. As far as I know, Lee had never made one of these before and his first try was perfect! Thanks gents!

My teapot with cabriole feet is a bit more formal that the teapot without feet. Look for a creamer, sugar bowl, and tray to round out the set next year!

Published on Saturday September 13, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, New Products, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: 2008, lid, reproduction, tea set.

“Queen Anne” Teapot, without feet

Price: $1000.00

Product code: TS4

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Collectors often refer to these styles of teapot as “Queen Anne” even though they were introduced during the reign of King George III (1760–1801), after her reign (1704–1711). Some collectors refer to this type simply as an 18th century pear-shaped teapot. I think all would agree that whatever the name, the style is without rival. These teapots are beautiful and elegant.

NH. Furniture Master, William Thomas made a sectional chuck for the teapot which is a work of art in itself. Bill has made this kind of chuck for me before for the Granny Vase, the R. Dunham Pitcher, and the Tulip Pint Mug. A sectional chuck is a collapsable form which allows me to make the body of the vessel from one piece of metal.

Lastly, Lee Ring, made a bronze mold for “slush-casting” the spout. As far as I know, Lee had never made one of these before and his first try was perfect! Thanks gents!

The teapot without feet has a ring on the underside which elevates the pot about an 1/8th of an inch from the tabletop. The teapot without feet is pictured with a beaded edge on the lid and finial. This teapot can also be made with the wooden finial as seen on the footed example. Look for a creamer, sugar bowl, and tray to round out the set next year!

Published on Saturday September 13, 2008 in $50 to $100, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Holiday Gifts, New Products, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: 2008, lid, reproduction, tea set.

William Will Teapot, Ebony Handle

Price: $1200.00

Product code: TS5

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William Will (1764 – 1798) is the Paul Revere of American pewter—patriot, soldier, and outstanding craftsmen. His pewter coffee and teapots are among the most elegant surviving American examples.

I reproduced Will’s Federal Period drum-shaped teapot several years ago with painstaking care and detail, as seen in the distinctive beaded edge work. Only a handful of original examples exist today. In 2007, one sold at auction for $47,560!

(William Will Teapot is available with either Ebony or Rosewood Handle. Please specify when ordering)

Published on Tuesday September 2, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: handle, lid, reproduction, tableware, teapot.

William Will Teapot, Rosewood Handle

Price: $1200.00

Product code: TS5

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William Will (1764 – 1798) is the Paul Revere of American pewter—patriot, soldier, and outstanding craftsmen. His pewter coffee and teapots are among the most elegant surviving American examples.

(William Will Teapot is available with either Ebony or Rosewood Handle. Please specify when ordering)

Published on Tuesday September 2, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: handle, lid, reproduction, tableware, teapot.

William Will Tea Service, Ebony Handle

Price: $2100.00, 4 piece tea service

Product code: TS2-WE

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William Will (1764 – 1798) is the Paul Revere of American pewter—patriot, soldier, and outstanding craftsmen. His pewter coffee and teapots are among the most elegant surviving American examples. Jonathan Gibson has reproduced Will’s rare Federal Period drum-shaped teapot with painstaking care and has added a creamer, sugar bowl, and tray. Each piece of the tea service has the distinctive beaded edgework.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, hand-turned, housewarming, Pewter, reproduction, tableware, tea set.

William Will Tea Service, Rosewood Handle

Price: $2100.00, 4 piece tea service

Product code: TS1-WP

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Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, hand-turned, housewarming, Pewter, reproduction, tableware, tea set.

Fiddle Handle Ladle

Length: 12″

Price: $125.00

Product code: SL2

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The Fiddle Handle Ladle is another classic form which was made by various pewterers. While not an exact copy of any one in particular, it embodies the best elements to create a pleasing form which feels great in one’s hand.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Ladles and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, housewarming, ladle, Pewter, tableware.

Beaded Edge Ladle

Length: 12″

Price: $125.00

Product code: SL1

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The Beaded Edge Ladle was inspired by a similar type of ladle made by 18th century Philadelphia pewterer, William Will. Will’s ladle has a solid handle with no hook hole. The beaded edge on the bowl is applied as the piece is turning slowly on the lathe, just the way it was done in the 18th century. The handle is quite sturdy, and has a wonderful feel and balance in the hand.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Ladles and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, handle, housewarming, ladle, Pewter.

Fluted Candlesticks

Height: 9″

Price: $185.00 per pair

Product code: L12

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The Fluted Candlesticks stand a handsome and formal 9″ tall and have a beaded edge on the socket. These tall candlesticks are a wonderful addition to the lighting line!

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts, New Products and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: 2008, candlestick, Pewter.

R. Gleason 3″ Chamberstick

Height: 3″

Price: $110.00

Product code: L09

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The Gleason Chamberstick is one of my father’s earliest reproduction pieces. Somewhere in my files I actually have the original drawings he used to copy the original which was in our shop for repairs.

Customers have loved this piece from the very beginning. This original would have been made by Gleason in the 1820s before his whale oil lamp production commenced in the 1830s.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts, Holiday Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: candle holder, candlestick, chamberstick, Gleason, Pewter, reproduction, valentine.

Push-up Candlesticks

Height: 7″

Price: $250.00 per pair

Product code: L05

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Tall and beautiful, the Push-Up Candlesticks are an original design. There is a brass rod which is attached to a platform within the socket. The rod extends down through the shaft and through the underside of the base. There a small brass knob is threaded to the rod. Atop the platform is a nickel which has been soldered in place.

I sometimes refer to these “sticks” as my Jefferson Ejectors. The push-up feature is used in those instances when the candle burns low and into the socket. The candle stub can easily be pushed out without enlisting the aid of a kitchen knife! Try to avoid letting candles burn this low as the pewter can become damaged.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts, Holiday Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: candle holder, candlestick, hand-turned, holiday, Pewter.

R. Dunham Candlesticks

Height: 6.25″

Price: $185.00 per pair

Product code: L04

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The R. Dunham Candlesticks are our best sellers. They are reproductions of those made in the 19th century by Westbrook, Maine pewterer, Rufus Dunham. The urn shaped shafts are among the most beautiful ever produced and their popularity in our shop today supports that claim. The shafts are hollow (“slush”) cast just like the originals, but are quite sturdy. The tall base has two decorative incised lines and a rolled lower edge for maximum stability and strength.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts, Holiday Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: candle holder, candlestick, hand-turned, Pewter, reproduction.

Gibson Candlesticks

Height: 4″

Price: $160.00 per pair

Product code: L02

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The Gibson Candlesticks are an original design. I borrowed the shaft of the Gleason 3″ Chamberstick and created a base to match the curves of the shaft. These sturdy candlesticks are very popular.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts, Holiday Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: candle holder, candlestick, Gibson design, hand-turned, Pewter.

3 inch Candleholder

Height: 1.5”

Diameter: 4.25″

Price: $45.00

(includes scented candle)

Product code: L01

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The 3 inch Candleholder is a modern form that I designed a few years ago. A number of my customers asked for a dish to go under their pillar candles and this design was the end result. It has sturdy, wide base and a nicely flared lip to catch any stray wax. Each candleholder comes with a locally made scented candle.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 and Under, Birthday Gifts, Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: birthday, candle holder, hand-turned, Pewter.

Capen & Molineux Tavern Lamp

Height: 4″

Price: $175

Product code: OL4

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The Tavern Lamp is a reproduction of a piece made in New York City in the 1840′s by the pewter lamp making firm of Capen & Molineux. They made many different styles of oil and camphene lamps. Some surviving examples are even equipped with lard oil burners.

Our lamp has the single, taller, camphene burner and a wonderful scroll handle. This was a portable lamp that would have been used in many ways, including lighting the way to one’s bed chamber after dark. The single burner produces a soft, mellow light. All lamps come with instruction and a free bottle of lamp oil.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Oil Lamps and Pewter. Closed Tags: bridal, lamp, oil lamp, Pewter, stem.

Gleason Lace Maker’s Lamp (single)

Height: 8.5″

Price: $495

Stevens Metal Award winner 2003

Product code: OL3

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The Gleason Bullseye Whale Oil Lamp is a great lighting device. The original was patented in the 1830s by Roswell Gleason, of Dorchester, Massachusetts, as a work light. These lamps are also referred to as lacemakers’ lamps.

The glass lenses magnify the light of the flame and the shade above the lens which is slightly canted, focuses the light for in close hand work, or reading. Gleason made a single lens lamp, as well as a double lens lamp so that two people could share the light source.

I won the Stevens Metal Award at the 2003 Annual Juried Exhibit of The League of New Hampshire Craftsmen with this reproduction. Original examples of this lamp are hard to find, especially with the lenses intact. All oil lamps come with instructions and a free bottle of lamp oil.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Oil Lamps and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, housewarming, lamp, oil lamp, Pewter, reproduction, stem.

Gleason Lace Maker’s Lamp (double)

Height: 8.5″

Price: $595

Stevens Metal Award winner 2003

Product code: OL2

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Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Oil Lamps and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, housewarming, oil lamp, Pewter, reproduction, stem.

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.

Plain Handle Candlesnuffer

Height: 2″

Price: $35.00

Product code: L11

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The Ring Handle and Plain Handle Candle snuffers are original designs that have been quite popular. Pewter is soft, so a long pewter handle on a delicate piece is not practical. Therefore, I created compact handles which are sturdy and easy to use. They do not take up a lot of space on the mantel either!

Published on Wednesday August 6, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: candlesnuffer, hand-turned, Pewter.

Ring Handle Candlesnuffer

Height: 3″

Price: $35.00

Product code: L10

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Published on Wednesday August 6, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Candle Holders, Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: candle, candlesnuffer, hand-turned, Pewter.

Pen & Pencil Holder

Height: 4″

Diameter: 4″

Price: $50.00

Product code: G03

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The Pen & Pencil Holder is a practical gift. I have two of these on my check out counter in my shop. Today we have more than pens and pencils on our desktop. Markers, rulers, and a host of other accessories will fit is this large vessel. Also of potential interest, they hold a pint of ice cream!

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Birthday Gifts, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Graduation Gifts, Miscellaneous and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: birthday, cup, housewarming, Pewter.

Wine Coaster, Beaded Edge

Price: $50.00

Diameter: 6.5″

Product code: G02

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The Wine Coaster has been a great addition to the product line. It has a beautiful beaded outer edge and two decorative incised lines on the body. Its wide diameter allows for bottles of all sizes. I also use one of these on my dresser as a catch all. A great gift item!

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Holiday Gifts, Miscellaneous and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: coaster, hand-turned, Pewter, tableware, valentine.

Hammered Napkin Ring

Diameter: 1.75″

Price: $20.00

Product code: G06

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These Hammered Napkin Rings are sturdy and fun to look at. They reflect light in their dimple pattern like no other piece in the product line. They look great on any table, especially those set in the mission style.

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Miscellaneous, New Products and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: 2006, bridal, hammered, napkin ring, Pewter, tableware.

Napkin Ring

Diameter: 1.75″

Price: $20.00

Product code: G01

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The Napkin Ring with rolled edges is a traditional design that adds an air of formality to any place setting. These are great gift items and can be purchased in any quantity.

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Miscellaneous and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, hand-turned, housewarming, napkin ring, Pewter, tableware.

Coasters, set of four

Diameter: 3.5″
Price: $40.00

Product code: G04

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Our Coasters have a nice look and feel. The rolled outer lip adds stability and the weight is good so these won’t stick to your glass the way most coasters do. Sold in sets of four.

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Miscellaneous and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, coaster, hand-turned, housewarming, Pewter.

Salt Spoon

Length: 3″

Price: $10.00

Product code: S08

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The Salt Spoon is short, cute, and sturdy. Great on the table top, or on the stovetop. Also sold with our Salt Bowl seen in the bowl category.

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Spoons. 0 Comments Tags: bridal, casting, housewarming, Pewter, spoon, tableware.

Round Bowl Spoon

Length: 7″

Price: $20.00

Product code: S07

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The Round Bowl Spoon is a reproduction of an early 18th century Dutch style spoon. It has a deeper bowl that the Turkey Claw, and it makes an excellent soup spoon.

Published on Tuesday August 5, 2008 in $50 and Under, Bridal & Housewarming, Gifts, Pewter and Spoons. 0 Comments Tags: casting, Pewter, spoon, tableware.

Colonial Midrib Spoon

Length: 7.25″

Price: $20.00

Product code: S06

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The Colonial Midrib Spoon is cast in an antique bronze mold which dates around 1750s. Some folks refer to this type, simply, as the rattail spoon. The spline on the top of the handle is the midrib. Another great soup spoon.