Lot #55: Silver City Glass Company: Salt and Pepper Shakers STERLING Tops

Silver City Glass Company: Salt and Pepper Shakers STERLING Tops • The firm was originally founded in 1905 in Meriden, Connecticut, and were at their peak between the 1940's to 1970's. They closed in 1984. • The bottom of each shaker features a bubble-like footing. This mimics old- fashioned candlewick embroidery stitching, which was a hallmark of Imperial Glass. However, these "blanks" were sent off to the Silver City Glass Company for finishing with the silver overlay and sterling tops. • Silver City Glass exclusively used this specific "Shield 92" hallmark configuration on their sterling silver overlays during the 1950's. • The dark flower-and-vine motif is a sterling silver, as well as the "screw on" tops of each shaker. The centre of the top of the shaper is mother of pearl. • In mixed condition, no cracks or breaks, but the silver overlay has some damage, and in places is missing. • Weight: 4.5 oz. or 1 kg. 130 grams • 7 cm. x 4.5 cm. x 4.5 cm. Dimensions: 7 cm. x 4.5 cm. x 4.5 cm. Pickup category timeslot {A}