The value of Gorham sterling silver in the Celeste pattern can vary significantly based on factors such as the condition, the specific pieces included, and current market demand. Generally, individual pieces can range from $50 to several hundred dollars, while complete sets may be valued between $1,000 to $3,000 or more. For an accurate appraisal, it's best to consult a professional appraiser or check recent sales on auction sites.
Chantilly is a pattern. Sterling silver is not pure silver, it is 925 parts out of a thouand, or 92.5% silver
The EP on Gorham silver means "electro plating". It is not a sterling silver piece.
Gorham is known for producing both sterling silver and silverplate items. The company was founded in 1831 and initially focused on sterling silver, later expanding to include silverplated products. To determine whether a specific Gorham piece is silver or silverplate, you can look for markings; genuine sterling silver pieces will be marked "Sterling" or "925," while silverplate items may be marked with "EP" (electroplated) or "Silverplate."
Information about Gorham Silver can be found in two primary resources offline including the books "Silver in America, 1840-1940" and "Gorham Silver, 1831-1981". More recent information can be found on their website and also online at other encyclopedic sources.
All the leading suppliers of flatware in the United States offered flatware patterns in both sterling silver and flatware, although Gorham and Wallace were better known for their sterling
today it would be over a $100-$1000 depending on where you sell it
The Gorham Silver EP bowl with the serial number YC799 was made in 1975. Gorham Silver uses a specific system for dating their pieces, and the "Y" indicates the year of production as 1975. The "C" typically refers to the pattern or style.
The value is the weight of the bowl in ounces times .92 times the spot price of silver, which as of 1/30/12 is $33.50
That is the symbol for Gorham silver. Perhaps you found Patent 1895 on the back of silverware.
Sterling silver is marked .925; fine silver is marked .999. It appears 3645 may be a pattern or product number.
The marking "EP YC782" on Gorham silver indicates that the piece is made of electroplated silver (EP), specifically by the Gorham company. "YC" typically denotes the design or pattern number, while "782" might refer to a specific model or production code. This means the item is not solid silver but rather has a layer of silver applied over a base metal.
No. Sterling silver is 925 or .925, indicating it's 92.5% pure silver. 1175 looks like a pattern or product number.