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Is Gorham sterling real silver?

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Is Gorham sterling real silver?
Yes, Gorham sterling is real silver. However, sterling silver is not solid silver. Instead, the metal is an alloy formed out of pure silver and another precious metal. You can shop a selection of Gorham decorative objects and serveware on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Black, Starr & Gorham Sterling Silver Trumpet Palace Size Vase in Art Deco Style
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Black, Starr & Gorham sterling silver trumpet vase in palace size. Very majestic in its proportions, it displays a beautiful monogram and a gadrooned rim around the body. It measures an impressive 21 3/4'' in height by 8'' in diameter at the top, is weighted, and bears hallmarks as shown. The oldest continuously operating jewelry firm in the United States, Black, Starr & Frost also produced objects in silver. Already in 1860, the company received an order for more than $12,000 of jewelry and silverware from Edward, Prince of Wales. In 1929, Black, Starr & Frost merged with Gorham Corporation, and was renamed Black, Starr, Frost-Gorham. During the heyday of American silver manufacturing–approximately 1850 to 1940–Gorham was one of the most influential. The White House has used Gorham silver...
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Golden Caviar by Black Starr & Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 99 Pc
By Black, Starr & Gorham, Gorham
Located in Big Bend, WI
Looking for a unique flatware set with a fabulous modern design? We have never seen this pattern before - likely was a one-of-a-kind, custom order! H...
Category

20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Rectilinear Sterling Silver Matchbox Holder by Black, Starr & Gorham
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco sterling silver matchbox holder was realized by the esteemed firm Black, Starr & Gorham, circa 1930. It features a volumetric rec...
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Black, Starr & Gorham Sterling Silver Bar Cocktail Shaker Mid-Century Modern
By Black, Starr & Gorham
Located in New York, NY
Black, Starr & Gorham sterling silver bar cocktail shaker, in Mid-Century Modern style in beautiful geometric design. It measures 8 3/4'' in height by 5'' in width by 4 1/3'' in dept...
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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