Silver Bookmarks

This bookmark was made in the US by an unknown manufacturer. It is completely unmarked but is believed to be silver. It has a figural of a long horn goat at the top. The center blade is inscribed MMB. The date is 1920 - 1930.

This bookmark was made in the US by The Whitehead and Hoag Co. in Newark, NJ. The patent on this is dated June 6, 1905. It is a view of the bottom of a pair of feet and is an advertisement for the Tappan Shoe Mfg. Co. of Coldwater Michigan. The back of the bookmark says "The Best is none too good for our customers. Shoddy Goods are dear at any price." "Do you wear TAPPAN Shoes? --- If not, why not?"

This bookmark was made in the US by Unger Bros. It is hallmarked with the manufacturers mark of an intertwined U and B. The top is a rose flower just starting to bloom. To see the catalog page select "Catalog Unger Bros 1904" from the Books, Catalogs and Patents dropdown menu.

This bookmark was made in Birmingham England by Crisford and Norris. It is in the shape of a hand with the pointer finger pointing down. This is the smallest bookmark in the collection.

This bookmark was made in the US by an unknown manufacturer. It is marked E sterling on the back. The top blade is in the shape of an anchor with partial green enamel. It has a red and white ribbon and tassel. The date is 1900 - 1910.

This bookmark was made in France. It is gold dorè and has an enamel upper blade with a cutout longer blade. Attached at the top by a small piece of leather is a medallion with an enamel bird and the inscription "Messagere du Printemps" (Messenger of the spring).

This bookmark was made in Birmingham, England. It is marked with the standard English hallmarks and the makers mark. This piece has agate inlays on the top. The date is 1887.

This bookmark was made in Canada or France. It is inscribed Ste Anne de Beaupré commemorating the famous Saint from Canada. The top has a leaf design.