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Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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For nearly 160 years, the Gorham Manufacturing Company turned out a wide range of beautiful silver flatware, tea sets, serving bowls and other silver pieces, indelibly influencing the field of decorative arts in ways that still resonate.

When silversmiths Jabez Gorham and Henry Webster started making coin silver teaspoons and jewelry out of a small workshop in Providence, Rhode Island, in 1831, the pair likely had no idea that their modest operation would one day become the largest silver manufacturer in the world.

While some name changes and personnel shifts preceded the foundry officially being established as Gorham Manufacturing Company decades later, growth of the business between its early days and the mid–19th century can largely be attributed to the work of Jabez’s son John, who assumed control of Gorham in the 1840s.

John Gorham introduced steam power at the manufactory. He entered into a partnership with Michael Gibney, the first American silversmith to register a design patent for a flatware pattern. Gorham wanted to expand the business, seeking to produce forks and spoons adorned with decorative flourishes adapted from British patterns. The company hammered out the silver flatware, which it sent to Gibney in New York to apply decorative patterns before returning to Gorham. Consequently, Gorham found Gibney’s work unsatisfactory, and he purchased his own rolling press to do the work himself.

The partnership between John and Michael soured but the company thrived. Sales grew to more than $20,000 per year, and the staff of silversmiths expanded. To keep up with demand, Gorham had to retire its horse-powered rolling press and import a steam-powered drop press from England — the first used in the United States. Designs created at Gorham drew on natural-world motifs as well as artistic traditions from all over the world — alongside its tableware, the company would soon be producing cups and pitchers adorned with polar bears and forest creatures, while tea services and other serving pieces were crafted in a range of styles that included Art Nouveau, Egyptian Revival and Rococo.

Around 1860, Gorham delved into bronze casting. When it opened a division dedicated to bronze work, Gorham collaborated with sculptors such as Daniel Chester French, Anna Hyatt Huntington and Alexander P. Proctor.

By the 1920s, Gorham had employed thousands of workers and had partnered with Danish modernist silversmith Erik Magnussen. However, the Great Depression ground production to a halt. The company was sold to Textron, Inc. in the late 1960s and it changed hands several times before it sold to Department 56 in 2005.

Today, the work of Gorham Manufacturing Company continues to be exhibited in galleries and museums. The RISD Museum in Providence houses a collection of nearly 5,000 works.

On 1stDibs, find a range of antique Gorham Manufacturing Company serveware and decorative objects.

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Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Company
Luxembourg by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 62 Pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Luxembourg by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 62 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 1/2", 12 dinner size forks, 7 1/2", 12 small salad forks, 5...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 51 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 51 pieces. This set includes:  12 knives, 9", 12 forks, 7 1/4", 12 salad forks, 6 1/2", 12...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Nocturne by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 48 Service 245 Pieces Huge
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Nocturne by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 245 pieces. This set includes: 48 knives, 8 7/8", 48 forks, 7 1/4", 48 salad forks, 6 3/4", 48 teaspoons, 5 7/8", 48 flat hand...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 12 Service 54 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Edgemont gold by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 54 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9 1/4" 12 forks, 7 3/4" 12 salad forks, 6 1/2" 12 teaspoons, 5 7/8" One serving spoon...
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Late 20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Luncheon 12 Service 81 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 81 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8", 12 forks, 7 1/4", 12 salad forks, 6 3/4", 12 teas...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 81 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 81 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8" 12 forks, 7 3/8" 12 salad forks, 6 3/4" 12 teaspoons, 6" 12 flat handle butter spr...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Camellia by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 6 Service Luncheon 24 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Camellia by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 24 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes: Six knives, 8 3/4". Six forks, 7 3/8". Six sala...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Dinner Size Flatware Service Set 40 Pcs, New
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
For a dramatic statement, this glamorous pattern brings three-dimensional opulence to your table. Introduced in 1964, the finely tooled design incorporates deeply carved borders with...
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1960s American Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Gorham Sterling Shell Aka Hampton Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 45 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
"Gorham Sterling Shell" AKA "Hampton" by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set - 45 pieces. This classic shell and thread style pattern was origina...
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21st Century and Contemporary Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Nocturne by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 38 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Nocturne by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 38 pieces. This pattern has a great look! This set includes: 8 knives, 9" 8 regular forks, 7 1/4" 8 salad forks, 6 5/8" 8 teaspoons,...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Cottage by Gorham Vermeil Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 64 Pc Din J Mono
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size cottage by Gorham Vermeil (completely gold-washed) sterling silver flatware set, 64 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 3/4" (villa norfolk gold by gorham), 12 dinner size forks, 7 1/2", 12 luncheon/dessert forks, 6 3/4", 12 teaspoons, 5 7/8", 12 place soup spoons, 7", four serving spoons, 8 1/4" Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary. Excellent condition, with J monogram...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Willow by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 8 Set 43 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Willow by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 43 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 9 1/4". Eight forks, 7 1/2". Eight salad forks, 7". Eight teaspoons, 6". Eight place soup ...
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1950s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Newport Scroll by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 45 Pieces Place
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Newport Scroll by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 45 Pieces. This set includes:  Eight place size knives, 9 1/8", eight place size forks, 7 1/2",...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Camellia by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon 49 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Camellia by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 49 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 8 3/4". Eight forks, 7 1/8". Eight salad forks, 6 1/2"...
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1940s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Blithe Spirit by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 60 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Stunning Blithe Spirit by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 60 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 9 1/4" 12 forks, 7 1/4" 12 salad forks, 6 3/4" 12 teaspoons, 6" 12 place soup...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 91-Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
12 knives 9", 12 forks 7 1/2", 12 salad forks 6 1/2", 12 teaspoons 6 1/8", 12 cream soup spoons 6 1/8", 12 hollow handle butter spreaders 6 1/2", 12 cocktail forks 5 7/8", one...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Lily of the Valley by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 85 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Lily of the valley by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 85 pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8", 12 forks, 7", 12 salad forks, 6 3/8", 12 teaspoons, 5 3/4", 12 cream...
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1950s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Sea Rose by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 84-Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
12 knives 9 1/4", 12 forks 7 1/2", 12 salad forks 6 5/8", 12 teaspoons 6", 12 place soup spoons 7", 12 hollow handle butter spreaders 6 1/2", 1 gravy ladle 7", One serving spoons...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Sovereign Old by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 42 Pieces Stylized Acorn
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Soverign old by Gorham Sterling silver large flatware set of 42 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 8 7/8". Eight forks, 7 1/4". Eight salad f...
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1940s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Royal Oak by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 68 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Royal Oak by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 68 pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, 8 1/2" 8 forks, 7" 8 salad forks, 5 5/8" 8 teaspoons, 5 3/4" 8 place soup spoons, 7 1/8" ...
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Early 1900s Rococo Antique Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for Eight Set 40 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 40 pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 8 1/2", eight forks, 7", ...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service 62 pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set, 62 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 8 7/8", 12 Forks, 7 1/4", 12 Salad Forks, 6 3/4", 12 Teaspoo...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Camellia by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 76 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
12 knives, 8 3/4". 12 forks, 7 3/8". 12 salad forks, 6 1/2". 12 teaspoons, 6". 12 cream soup spoon, 6 1/4". 12 flat handle butter spreaders, all-sterling, 5 3/4". One serving spoon, ...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Etruscan by Gorham Sterling Silver Dinner Flatware Set for 12 Service 78 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Etruscan by Gorham sterling silver dinner size flatware set of 78 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 1/2", 12 dinner size forks, 7 1/2", 12 salad forks, 6 1/2", ...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Camellia by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service Luncheon 32 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Camellia by Gorham sterling silver Flatware set 32 Pieces. This set includes: Eight knives, 8 3/4". Eight forks, 7 3/8". Eight salad forks, 6 1/2"....
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Celeste by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 38 Pieces Retro, 1950s
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Celeste by Gorham, circa 1956 sterling silver flatware set - 38 pieces. This pattern has a great 1950s look! This set includes: Eight regular knives,...
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1950s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Golden Scroll by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Place Size Service 48 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Golden scroll by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 48 pieces. This set includes: 12 place knives, 9 1/8", 12 place forks, 7 3/8", 12 salad forks, 7", ...
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Late 20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Angelo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 75 pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Exceedingly rare Dinner and Luncheon size Angelo by Gorham, circa 1870, sterling silver Flatware set - 75 pieces. This pattern features unusual, shaped, hollow handles. This set incl...
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Late 19th Century Antique Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rose Tiara by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 55 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
In 1963 Gorham’s skilled designers created a timeless beauty with rose tiara. With graceful curves and a delicate rose at the tip of the handle, rose tiara ...
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1960s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Greenbrier by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 82 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Greenbrier by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 82 Pieces. This set includes: 8 knives, 8 7/8" 8 forks, 7 1/4" 8 salad forks, 6 1/2" 8 teaspoo...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

English Gadroon by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 8 Service 95 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
8 DINNER SIZE KNIVES 9 5/8", 8 DINNER SIZE FORKS 7 3/4", 8 LUNCHEON KNIVES 8 7/8", 8 LUNCHEON FORKS 7 1/4", 8 SALAD FORKS 6 1/4", 8 TEASPOONS 5 7/8", 8 CREAM SOUP SPOONS ...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Eight Service 33 Pcs Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Originally issued in 1987, Edgemont Gold by Gorham has symmetrical flutes that adorn the end of the flatware, flaring in an unmistakable pattern. Dinner size estate Edgemont gold by...
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1980s American Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Classique by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 12 Service Luncheon 54 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Classique by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set - 54 pieces. This set includes: 12 KNIVES, 8 7/8", 12 FORKS, 7 1/8", 12 SALAD FORKS, 6 1/2", 12 TEASPOONS, 6", 1 GRAVY LADLE, 7 ...
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1960s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Melrose by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 24 Pieces Place Size
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Melrose by Gorham place size sterling silver flatware set - 24 pieces. Great starter set! This set includes: Six place size knives, 9 1/8", six pl...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

La Scala Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service 8 Set Vermeil 32 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Add some luxe to your life with this fabulous La Scala Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver flatware set 32 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. Th...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 48 Pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8", 12 forks, 7 1/4", 12 salad forks, 6 3/4", 12 teaspo...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Gossamer by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 6 Service 24 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gossamer by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 24 pieces. This modern style pattern has clean lines and a Florentine-style brushed finish. This set includes: 6 knives, 8 7/8" 6...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 49 pcs Dinner New
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Originally issued in 1987, Edgemont Gold by Gorham has symmetrical flutes that adorn the end of the flatware, flaring in an unmistakable pattern. Unused Edgemont Gold Accent by Gorh...
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Late 20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

English Gadroon by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 48 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
English gadroon by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 48 Pieces. This set includes: 12 knives, 8 3/4" 12 forks, 7 1/8" 12 salad forks, 6 1/4" 12 teaspoons, 5 3/4" Includes bonus...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Edgemont Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set 8 Service 38 Pieces Dinner
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Edgemont gold by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 38 pieces. This set includes: eight dinner size knives, 9 3/8", eight dinner size forks, 7 3/4", eight salad forks, 6 1/2",...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Camellia by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Eight Service Luncheon 37 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Eight knives, 8 3/4". Eight forks, 7 3/8". Eight salad forks, 6 1/2". Eight teaspoons, 6". One serving spoon, 8 1/2". One pierced serving spoon, original, 8 1/2". One sugar spoon, 6 ...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Melrose Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set For 8 Service Vermeil
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Melrose Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver flatware set - 32 pieces. This set is vermeil (completely gold-washed) and includes: 8 Knives, 9", 8 Forks, 7 1/8", 8 Salad Forks, 6 1/2", ...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Camellia by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service Set 12 Vermeil 48 Pieces
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Elegant Camellia gold by Gorham Sterling Silver flatware set 48 pieces. Gold flatware is on trend and makes a bold statement on your table. This set is vermeil (completely gold-was...
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Mid-20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

La Scala by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Service for 12 Set 54 Pcs New
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Unused La Scala by Gorham sterling silver flatware set - 54 pieces. This set includes: 12 Knives, 9 1/8" 12 Forks, 7 1/2" 12 Salad Forks, 6 1/2" 12 Teaspoons, 6 1/4" 1 Gravy L...
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1960s Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rondo by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set for 12 Service 68 Pcs Dinner Size
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Dinner size Rondo by Gorham sterling silver flatware set, 68 pieces. This set includes: 12 dinner size knives, 9 5/8" 12 dinner size forks, 7 7/8" 12 salad forks, 6 3/4" 12 teaspoon...
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1950s American Vintage Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Rondo Gold by Gorham Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service for 12 Vermeil 48 Pcs
By Gorham Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
Rondo gold by Gorham sterling silver flatware set of 48 pieces. This set is vermeil (completely gold-washed) and includes: 12 knives, 8 7/8", 12 forks, 7 1/4", 12 salad forks, 6 ...
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20th Century Gorham Manufacturing Company Tableware

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Sterling Silver

Gorham Manufacturing Company tableware for sale on 1stDibs.

Gorham Manufacturing Company tableware are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of silver and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Gorham Manufacturing Company tableware, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original tableware by Gorham Manufacturing Company were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider tableware by Towle Silversmiths, International Silver, and Wallace Silversmiths. Prices for Gorham Manufacturing Company tableware can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $150 and can go as high as $59,900, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,750.

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