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PMMS-006 Gorham Gilted Clam Shell Motif
 

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IMSA #: PMMS-006

Estimated Date: c. 1895

Country of Origin: USA

Manufacturer: Gorham Mfg. Co., Providence, RI

Catalog No.: 410

Material: Sterling with Gold Gilting

Markings: Bezel marked "sterling" Gorham maker's mark and "410"

Patent/Design No.: No

Patent/Design Date: No

Size (Inches): 2 x 1 1/4

Reverse: Hammered design, see photo

Description and Comments: Clam shell and coral motif finished in gold. Striker on bottom edge.

Submitted By: Anonymous
 



 
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