For individuals planning to purchase their very first set of Gorham silver flatware, there will be many patterns available. Starting from some of the simplest up to the most intricate ones, Gorham silver flatware patterns will surely be able to add flair and style which can either serve to compliment an existing silver collection or put out the same feel on their own.
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 Antique Gorham Sterling Silver Buttercup Pattern Lemon Fork 1899  US $26.00
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 sterling candle snuffer in Buttercup by Gorham US $35.00
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 make up brush in Buttercup by Gorham US $35.00
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 make up brush in Melrose by Gorham US $35.00
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 GORHAM RARE 1861 COTTAGE PATTERN STERLING SPOON 6 26gr US $24.99
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 Gorham BUTTERCUP Sterling Hollow Handle Master Butter Knife No Notch US $18.99
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But aside from serving the purpose mentioned above, did you know that Gorham silver flatware can also be a good determinant of age? Actually it’s what silver collectors and Gorham enthusiasts check first when looking for a good silver flatware buy. Of course this is not in any way meant to downplay some of the more recent patterns that Gorham has.
To give you an idea of the changes in Gorham silver flatware patterns over the years here are some examples of what you’ll be able to find in the market today. Remember though that the older the flatware gets, the more expensive it is.
- Saxon Stag Pattern – Crafted in 1855, this flatware pattern is probably one of the oldest ones available to date. The flatware in itself is actually simple in design, which is a perfect compliment for its highly intricate stag pattern at the base. Only a few are still in circulation as of the moment with prices never really going below the 1k mark.
- Buttercup pattern – The buttercup pattern produced in 1899 is probably one of Gorham silver’s most popular. The flatware’s tapered shape and highly detailed floral pattern makes it a perfect accentuation or stand alone collection for any individual wanting to have a piece of Gorham’s history.
- Chantilly Pattern – Dubbed as “one of the best selling flatware patterns in the world”, the Chantilly pattern is very much in demand because of its evident superior quality and workmanship. Its highly detailed floral etchings work beautifully in contrast with polished crystal. The pattern was first introduced in 1895 and has been in great demand ever since.
Aside from the examples given above, some of the other Gorham silver flatware patterns worth noting would be the Strasbourg, Fairfax, Melrose and King Edward. Each of the particular patterns mentioned above present exceptional quality and detail which sets them apart from others. Of course this is not to say that other patterns made by Gorham falls out of comparison.
There is actually no right or wrong when it comes to Gorham, quality, durability, design, functionality, balance – all of it will be covered; it’s actually just a matter of preference.
