Antique 19th Century Gorham Sterling Silver Repoussé Coffee Pot – Rhode Island, 19cm, 395g

This genuine antique Gorham sterling silver coffee pot was made by the Gorham Manufacturing Company of Providence, Rhode Island one of America's most celebrated silversmithing houses since 1831. The body is finished in hand-worked repoussé, with dense floral and scroll relief covering the surface, and features an engraved script monogram cartouche at the neck.

The pot is completed with a high-arched handle set with bone insulators for safe handling, a gently curved spout, and a stable pedestal foot. Weighing 395g and standing 19cm tall, this Gorham sterling silver coffee pot is hallmarked "STERLING" on the base, confirming genuine 92.5% American sterling silver.

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Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Coffee Pot Specifications:

• Maker: Gorham Manufacturing Company
• Origin: Providence, Rhode Island, USA
• Material: Sterling Silver (925, hallmarked "STERLING")
• Period: 19th century
• Weight: 395g
• Height: 19cm
• Features: Repoussé floral body, engraved monogram, bone-insulated handle

FAQ

What does "Gorham" mean on antique American silver?

Gorham Manufacturing Company was founded in 1831 in Providence, Rhode Island, and became one of America's leading sterling silver makers, prized by collectors today.

How can you tell this coffee pot is genuine sterling silver?

It's hallmarked "STERLING" on the base along with a model number, consistent with Gorham's known 19th-century marking conventions.

What does the engraved monogram on the pot represent?

It's a script initial added at the original owner's request, a common personalisation on fine 19th-century American silverware.

Is antique Gorham sterling silver worth anything?

Yes, genuine Gorham pieces are actively collected. Value depends on weight, pattern, condition, and hallmark authenticity, verified here through the "STERLING" base mark.

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