What's It Wednesday #109
One
thing that I look for in any piece is history. I want it to tell a
story of the people whose lives it touched. That's why I love pieces
that have initials or names engraved on them.
It
gives the piece, “that personal touch”, and says that it was
cherished, and important to someone. Even if it was not of great
value monetarily.
Silver,
even silver plate was a big deal in the 1800's and early 1900's, too.
So many gifts, like these calling card cases and dance card would
have the ladies initials proudly displayed.
One
of my favorite collectibles is silver for my dressing set. This
powder jar and nail file are engraved as well.
Letter
writing was a part of a lady's pastime and responsibility in
Victorian times.
After
a carefully placed drop of wax on the envelope, they used a seal much
like this one, engraved with scrolled initials, to seal it.
Any
little shiny bit, like these pill boxes or this delicate lady's watch
would bare the engraver's mark.
Silverware,
table linens and bedding all bore the mark of their once proud
owners. Sometimes when I’m out antiquing a dealer will proudly show
me a piece without engraving as a huge selling point.
I
just smile, say “no thank you”, and walk away. I'll wait for the
one's that have been pre-owned and pre-loved. Because that will only
make them all the more valuable to me.
Hugs,
Patti
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