Identifying antique silverware patterns is tricky. Often, the silver has been passed down for generations, and the name of the design, the manufacturer, and the history have been lost. Fortunately, ...

There's a kind of awe around a drawer of old silver — weighty handles, that cool shimmer, the kind of patina that seems to carry stories. That sensory difference is what makes people stop and ask ...

Q: I have complete place settings for eight plus many serving pieces in Gorham sterling's Chantilly pattern. What is its value in today's market? A: Smart collectors know that these are high times for ...

That drawer full of tarnished forks and spoons might not look like much-but don't be fooled. Some old silverware isn't just heirloom-worthy; it's downright valuable. Between rare patterns, high silver ...

In my day, upperclassmen, in this case upperclasswomen, considered picking our silver patterns an important part of growing up, becoming senior class, looking forward to joining sororities, picking ...

Oh, the family silver. It’s the stuff of legends, lore, lust and lawsuits. At least it used to be. Once a requisite on every bride’s registry, today, sterling flatware is a luxury few can afford, and ...

This month’s submissions all were handed down in families, including a fine set of Reed & Barton sterling flatware, a carnival glass bowl, and a print that hung in a lawyer’s office. Two pieces of ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’ve been collecting silver flatware in various patterns when I see pieces at really great prices. I also love to entertain, both casually and semi-formally. In both cases, I love ...