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Queen Anne Tea Service

Price: Footed Teapot set $2,100
Teapot Set without feet $1,900

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Also sold separately:
Footed Teapot: $1,200
Teapot without Feet: $1,000
Creamer: $300
Sugar Bowl: $300
Tray with Beaded Edge: $300

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.

It is exciting to now offer a full tea service. The Creamer shares the same style of cabriole foot as the teapot and has an applied spout. The Sugar Bowl has a beautiful beaded edge on the lid as well as the finial. The 12 1/2″ Tray also has the distinctive beaded edge and is made from our heaviest gauge metal.

The Queen Anne Tea Service took a little over two years to complete. This
project could not have been possible without the help of fellow craftsman,
Bill Thomas, who made two outstanding sectional chucks; one for the teapot
and another for the creamer. These collapsible forms allow me to shape the bodies out of a single piece of pewter, thereby eliminating a solder joint in the belly and the possibility of a future leak.

Fellow pewter enthusiast and antiques dealer, Wayne Hilt, loaned me a splendid 18th century creamer to help inspire the design of my creamer. Wayne also carved the model handle for the teapot which Bill now carves for me.

Last but not least, a special thanks to Lee Ring for making a wonderful 18th century type bronze mold for hollow casting the teapot spouts.

Published on Tuesday April 7, 2009 in Pewter and Tea Sets. 0 Comments Tags: 2009, creamer, reproduction, sugar bowl, tea set, teapot.

“Queen Anne” Teapot, with feet

Price: $1200.00

Product code: TS3

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Whitmore Pint Mug

Height: 4.25″

Capacity: 16 oz.

Price: $125.00

Product code: T14

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The Whitmore Pint is my new favorite mug. Jacob Whitmore was a fine 18th century Connecticut pewterer and this piece is a tribute to him. The ball terminal handle is a beautiful thing to look at and it feels great in one’s hand. Many thanks to fellow pewter enthusiast and antique pewter dealer, Wayne Hilt, for helping me to create this wonderful new handle.

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Mugs, New Products and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: 2007, handle, mug, Pint, reproduction.

Rufus Dunham 2 Quart Water Pitcher

Height: 6.25″

Price: $210.00

Product code: PT1

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The Dunham 2 Quart Water Pitcher is a classic mid-19th century design. Dunham was active in Westbrook, Maine from 1837-1861 and was a fine craftsmen. Several firms produced lidded and unlidded pitchers in this style. Capacities varied from 1.5 quart up to one gallon.

I owned and copied a Dunham pitcher several years ago. Unlike the original whose body is made from multiple castings, our body is made from a single piece which means it will never leak. The pitcher pours beautifully and has graceful lines. Makes a great gift!

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Pewter and Pitchers & Creamers. 0 Comments Tags: handle, Pewter, pitcher, reproduction.

Geometric Handle Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5.25″

Price: $85.00

Product code: P14

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Last summer, I acquired a rare 18th century geometric handle porringer at auction. I’ve waited many years to find one, and with it for inspiration, we now have our 8th different large porringer handle design!

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

Dolphin Handle Basin Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5″

Price: $85.00

Product code: P13

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The Dolphin Handle Basin Bowl Porringer is another classic style which I love. It was inspired by an original example made by Samuel Danforth, Hartford, CT , 1795 -1816. Many thanks to friend, fellow pewter enthusiast and antique pewter dealer, Wayne Hilt, for helping me create this rare handle design!

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in $50 to $100, Gifts, Pewter and Porringers. 0 Comments Tags: 2006, bowl, handle, Pewter, porringer, reproduction.

Small Heart Handle Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 3.5″

Price: $50.00

Product code: P11

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The Small Heart Handle Porringer is a reproduction of a late 18th, early 19th century American piece whose exact maker has yet to be identified. The handle is sweet with its three hearts and crescent moon apertures. This is a very popular baby gift!

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

William Bradford, Jr. Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5.25″

Price: $85.00

Product code: P12

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The William Bradford, Jr. Porringer is yet another 18th century “Old English” type handle with a large (pint) bowl with two incised lines in the rim. Bradford was active in New York City between 1719- 1785, and surviving examples of this man’s work are rare. This is one of my favorite porringer handles.

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

Large Lee Basin Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 6″

Price: $85.00

Product code: P10

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The Lee Basin Porringer is the largest in our product line with a bowl that measures 6″ in diameter. The Basin Bowl type has a flat bottom, a slightly tapered side, and a narrow, flared rim. The flower handle design on the Lee Porringer is a unique form, made only by Richard Lee and Richard Lee, Jr. The handle is beautiful and balances well with the larger bowl.

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

Medium Melville Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 4.25″

Price: $65.00

Product code: P09

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The Melville Porringers are reproductions of ones made in Newport, Rhode Island in the 18th century by David Melville, circa 1755–1793. This kind of handle is referred to as the Solid, Rhode Island type. I enjoy the simplicity of the handle design and it is perhaps the strongest handle I make. Original examples of this type of porringer are scarce.

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

Large Melville Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5.25″

Price: $85.00

Product code: P08

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

Medium Porringer, “Old English” Handle

Bowl Diameter: 4″

Price: $65.00

Product code: P07

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The Medium Porringer, “Old English” Handle is another one of my father’s early works. I think he had kids in mind when he designed the piece, because it’s very sturdy in every respect.

The 4″ bowl is a modified basin type with a central boss and a rolled upper lip, giving it extra stability. The handle is quite sturdy as well.

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

J. Bassett Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 5.25″

Price: $85.00

Product code: P06

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I introduced the John Bassett Porringer several years ago. John Bassett was active in New York City circa 1720 – 1761, and surviving examples of his work today are very rare. His sons Francis and Frederick were also skilled pewterers who produced excellent wares.

This Bassett Porringer has a 5.25″ (pint) bowl with two incised lines on the rim and an “Old English” type handle. Another classic style.

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

Small Jones Porringer

Bowl Diameter: 3.5″

Price: $50.00

Product code: P05

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The Small 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 Medium Jones Porringers with bowl diameters of 5.25″ and 4.25″ 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 and Under, For Children, Gifts, Pewter and Porringers. 0 Comments Tags: bowl, For Children, handle, Pewter, porringer, reproduction.

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: $85.00

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.

R. Gleason Plates

R. Gleason 9.5″ Plate

Diameter: 9.5″
Price: $75.00

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: $65.00

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.

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!

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

Revere Bowls

Large Revere Bowl

Height: 5″

Diameter: 10″
Price: $225.00

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: $185.00

Product code: B02

1/2 Revere Bowl

Height: 3″

Diameter: 6.5″
Price: $145.00

Product code: B03

1/4 Revere Bowl

Height: 2.75″

Diameter: 5.5″
Price: $125.00

Product code: B04

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

Leddell Chalice

Height: 7.5″

Capacity: 10 oz.

Price: $200.00

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!

Published on Monday September 1, 2008 in Communion Sets and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: chalice, cup, Pewter, reproduction, stem.

Jefferson Cup

Height: 2.75″

Capacity: 8 oz.

Price: $40.00

Product code: C05

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The Jefferson Cup may be one of the most recognizable metal forms ever created. The original cups were commissioned by Thomas Jefferson and made in silver.

Our Jefferson cup is of course made in pewter and the base is slightly wider than the original and flat. You will not find another cup that feels as good in your hand as this one!

Published on Sunday August 31, 2008 in $50 and Under, Cups, Gifts and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: cup, Jefferson, Pewter, reproduction.

Bradford Quart Tankard

Height: 6.25″

Capacity: 32 oz.

Price: $375.00

numbered series

Product code: T10

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The Bradford Quart Tankard is a reproduction of an early 18th century piece made in New York City by pewterer William Bradford, Jr. The original is an extremely rare tankard. Only a handful of marked examples exist. Ours has the distinctive ramshorn thumbpiece, and low, flat lid with crenate lip and a sturdy handle with a boot-heel terminal. This tankard is a numbered series.

Published on Saturday August 30, 2008 in Birthday Gifts, Gifts, Graduation Gifts, Pewter and Tankards. 0 Comments Tags: Bradford, handle, Pewter, quart, reproduction, tankard.

Hamlin Pint Mug

Height: 4.25″

Capacity: 16 oz.

Price: $125.00

Product code: T02

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The Hamlin Pint Mug is a handsome form. It is a reproduction of a mug made in the late 18th century by Samuel Hamlin and later, by his son Samuel E. Hamlin, both of Providence, RI. I seem to have a natural affinity for the Hamlins since I too grew up in Providence, and learned the pewtering craft from my father as well.

Published on Friday August 29, 2008 in $50 to $100, Mugs and Pewter. 0 Comments Tags: Hamlin, mug, Pewter, Pint, reproduction.

Large Queen Anne Spoon

Length: 7″

Price: $20.0

Product code: S03

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Both the Large and Small Queen Anne Spoons are cast from antique bronze molds which are 300 years old! I collect old pewtering tools and these may be the oldest I own. They are sometimes referred to as wavy end spoons, but we’ve always called them Queen Anne Spoons. They have a “rattail” support bracket on the underside of the bowl like most 18th century spoons. Makes a great soup spoon!

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

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