Sterling Flatware

This book follows the format of the first edition as well as the very popular 4th edition of SILVERPLATED FLATWARE: AN IDENTIFICATION & VALUE GUIDE. Approximately 2,200 patterns of sterling flatware dating from the mid-nineteenth century to those presently in production are illustrated primarily by line drawings. The patterns are coded to a price guide located in the front of the book. In addition to more patterns in the second edition, several more manufacturers of sterling flatware are illustrated. Extremely clear line drawings of manufacturer marks are illustrated not only in the index to marks, but also each pattern page shows the appropriate maker mark. There is also a section showing various place & serving pieces ranging from the ordinary to the unusual. The author oversees one of the most comprehensive flatware matching services in the country (Money Magazine, April 1988) & has held seminars on flatware. Numerous articles on flatware have been published in collector magazines & newspapers by this author. This book is a must for any reference library. Order toll-free 1-800-528-7425. P.O. Box 25487, Tempe, AZ 85285. Visa/MasterCard accepted.Hagan, Tere is the author of 'Sterling Flatware', published 1994 under ISBN 9780962910517 and ISBN 0962910511.