Silver Bookmarks

This bookmark was made in the US by H.H. Curtis, Inc. It is marked with the manufacturers hallmark, sterling and the number 700. The back in inscribed "Philopena". It is in the shape of a sword with a blue enamel grip and a fancy flowery hilt. It was once finished in a gold wash. The date is 1890 - 1910.

This is an American made bookmark. The manufacturer is Gorham. It is marked with the manufacturers hallmark, Sterling and the catalog number 39. The top has an acorn design. It's nicely detailed. It is from the Autumn 1888 Gorham Catalog (although the date mark on this particular bookmark is from 1890). It is one of 33 different bookmarks offered that year.

This bookmark was made in either Scotland or the US in the 1950's. It is made of chrome or silver plate in the shape of a trowel with a goldstone handle. Goldstone was very popular in the 1950's.

This bookmark is made in France and is a Stanhope or "peeper" bookmark. It is probably silver plate over brass on the fleur de lis on top and brass blades. It was made between 1890 and 1920. If you look through the "peep hole" you can see 6 photographs of different scenes. The center says "In Memory of Isle of Wight". The six photos are: "Ryde Pier", "The Green", "Osborne House", "Whippinghan Church", "SandDown Bay & Esplanade" and "West Cowes". It also says Made in France.

TThis bookmark was made in the US by Heintz Art Metal Shop. It is bronze with a dark brown patina and a design with a silver overlay. This is from the Arts and Crafts period. The date is 1910 - 1930.

This bookmark is marked Sterling an is without a makers mark. It is made in the US. It is in the shape of a sword.

This bookmark was made in Russia by Kavakov Seman 1889-1908 as shown in Faberge Imperial Jewellers by Geva Von Hadsburgh. It has an ornate cloisenne enamel design on the front and back.

This bookmark was manufactured in Sweden. It is marked with the Swedish state marks and 830S. It has a figural flower on top. The front blade is marked 12/24 1938, no doubt a Christmas present for someone.