EXHIBITION OF WARES BY J. B. & S. M. KNOWLES
New York
The J. B. & S. M. Knowles Co., Providence, R. I., exhibited last week at the Bartholdi Hotel, 23d St. and Broadway, NewYork, their new lines of high grade silverware. Their handsome design, "The Angelo," was displayed conspicuously,being used with equally good effect in staple goods as well as in a great variety of new fancy pieces. Among the latter, a potato chip server, two pie knives and two lettuce forks warrant particular mention by reason of their attractive and thoroughly sensible shapes. A new idea in spoons for cracked ice and two new cracker scoops also deserve favorable notice. A. E. Wood, who was in charge of the exhibition, left on Monday with a complete sample line, for a four weeks' tour through the New England States.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 7th April 1897
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FIRST EXCLUSIVE JEWELRY TRADE FAIR
Geneva
One hundred and seventy-three manufacturers of watches, jewelry, and kindred products were represented at the first fair devoted exclusively to these articles, which was held in Geneva during the summer. The fair was organized purely for commercial purposes, and with the exception of two days each week it was open only to qualified buyers. The widely scattered countries from which the buyers came was noteworthy. French, Italian, and English representatives were on hand in considerable numbers; Spain the Netherlands, and the Scandinavian countries had their tradesmen in Geneva ; some of the best business was reported coming from dealers from the Far East, notably India, Siam, and Japan; representatives of a number of South American firms were also on hand, said to be placing considerable orders. Unsettled market and exchange conditions are reported by Swiss manufacturers to have resulted in the cancellation of certain orders, which has placed the industry in Switzerland on a somewhat uncertain basis. One of the prime objects of this fair was to militate against this situation by attracting buyers from markets as widely scattered as possible, in order that changed conditions affecting one country might be offset by conditions in another. The displays at the fair included an elaborate line of watches, chronometers, measuring instruments of precision, and bracelet watches. Bracelet watches were in evidence at almost every watchmaker's stand. The display of a number of cheap lines of small clocks, alarm clocks, and bracelet watches was especially noteworthy. The absence of the German competition in the former articles has enabled the Swiss manufacturers to become established on a substantial basis, and they are now manufacturing these articles in considerable quantities. Their position appears such as to insure their successful competition with the manufacturers from across the Rhine. The manufacture of rolled-gold watch chains, and similar articles has also become well established in Switzerland in competition with the well-known factories of Pforzheim, Germany. Enameled jewelry coming largely from the Geneva manufacturers, and other forms of low-priced jewelry, were conspicuous, for in this line, as well, the Swiss have developed the industry during the war at the expense of the German trade. The management of the fair expect to hold a similar exposition every one or two years. A definite decision in the matter will not be made until later.
Source: The Trader - September 1920
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Geneva
One hundred and seventy-three manufacturers of watches, jewelry, and kindred products were represented at the first fair devoted exclusively to these articles, which was held in Geneva during the summer. The fair was organized purely for commercial purposes, and with the exception of two days each week it was open only to qualified buyers. The widely scattered countries from which the buyers came was noteworthy. French, Italian, and English representatives were on hand in considerable numbers; Spain the Netherlands, and the Scandinavian countries had their tradesmen in Geneva ; some of the best business was reported coming from dealers from the Far East, notably India, Siam, and Japan; representatives of a number of South American firms were also on hand, said to be placing considerable orders. Unsettled market and exchange conditions are reported by Swiss manufacturers to have resulted in the cancellation of certain orders, which has placed the industry in Switzerland on a somewhat uncertain basis. One of the prime objects of this fair was to militate against this situation by attracting buyers from markets as widely scattered as possible, in order that changed conditions affecting one country might be offset by conditions in another. The displays at the fair included an elaborate line of watches, chronometers, measuring instruments of precision, and bracelet watches. Bracelet watches were in evidence at almost every watchmaker's stand. The display of a number of cheap lines of small clocks, alarm clocks, and bracelet watches was especially noteworthy. The absence of the German competition in the former articles has enabled the Swiss manufacturers to become established on a substantial basis, and they are now manufacturing these articles in considerable quantities. Their position appears such as to insure their successful competition with the manufacturers from across the Rhine. The manufacture of rolled-gold watch chains, and similar articles has also become well established in Switzerland in competition with the well-known factories of Pforzheim, Germany. Enameled jewelry coming largely from the Geneva manufacturers, and other forms of low-priced jewelry, were conspicuous, for in this line, as well, the Swiss have developed the industry during the war at the expense of the German trade. The management of the fair expect to hold a similar exposition every one or two years. A definite decision in the matter will not be made until later.
Source: The Trader - September 1920
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JAMES DIXON & SONS
Sheffield
An interesting novelty was shown to me the other day — a dram-flask, introduced by Messrs. James Dixon & Son, of Cornish Place. The invention has been patented in several countries, and the new flask is in great demand. It is unique in design, is better suited for the pocket, and much easier to fill than the ordinary flask. The loose cup is totally abolished, the formation of the neck affording facility for drinking quite as easily as from the ordinary cup, which is renewed automatically as fast as exhausted. The necessity of drinking with the neck of the flask wholly in the mouth is entirely removed. Mr. Joseph Hall, of Wharncliffe Chambers, is the inventor and patentee of this flask.
Source: The British Trade Journal - 1st June 1881
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Sheffield
An interesting novelty was shown to me the other day — a dram-flask, introduced by Messrs. James Dixon & Son, of Cornish Place. The invention has been patented in several countries, and the new flask is in great demand. It is unique in design, is better suited for the pocket, and much easier to fill than the ordinary flask. The loose cup is totally abolished, the formation of the neck affording facility for drinking quite as easily as from the ordinary cup, which is renewed automatically as fast as exhausted. The necessity of drinking with the neck of the flask wholly in the mouth is entirely removed. Mr. Joseph Hall, of Wharncliffe Chambers, is the inventor and patentee of this flask.
Source: The British Trade Journal - 1st June 1881
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BRITISH TRADE SLUMPS
London
Jewelry Business in Manufacturing Centers of England Hard Hit and Much Unemployment Feared—Excess Profits Tax and Political Situation Blamed by Many as the Cause
London, Jan. 22.—The slump in the jewelry trade of Britain, which has become acute in the last few weeks, is beginning to get the jewelers (particularly the manufacturing jewelers) a trifle groggy. Despite the fact that the general belief is that the slump is only temporary, undue pessimism is paramount just now. A scarcity of money is blamed for the present state of business. The present reaction, after three years of unprecedented prosperity in the jewelry trade, was anticipated to some extent. But this slump, the jewelers say, is without parallel in the jewelry trade.
The trade finds employment for many hundreds of thousands this side and the drastic retrenchments that have been inevitable have resulted in much distress. No one in the trade is working full time in London now. The London Society of Goldsmiths and Jewelers has some 1,200 workers in the metropolitan trade, and of these members of the society about 100 are women. Although at present only 30 or 40 members are unemployed, it is feared this number will be added to.
Sam Lowen, the veteran secretary of the society, says the present slump has not a redeeming feature in it. More than, 100 firms manufacturing jewelry are involved. Mr. Lowen told a London Star representative that on previous occasions when the trade has struck a bad patch, there were usually a few firms who escaped. But not so now. The manufacturers blame E. P. D. But just what is the primary contributory cause no one seems to know. The manufacturers have been bled nearly white in the excess profits tax, or E. P. D. as they prefer to call it, and the retail jewelers are finding little demand for jewelry, whether expensive or of the common variety, except for weddings and similar functions. For three years people have purchased jewelry lavishly.
"The situation," said Secretary Lowen, "is really serious. Personally, I am paying out more unemployment pay now than I did during the first year of the war. I do not think we shall ever get back to the normal until things are stabilized in Central Europe. Naturally, at a time of general trade depression like the present, our trade, being a luxury one, is bound to feel it keenly."
In order to unload their stocks (retailers refusing to buy) the manufacturers are now offering goods sale or return.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 2nd February 1921
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London
Jewelry Business in Manufacturing Centers of England Hard Hit and Much Unemployment Feared—Excess Profits Tax and Political Situation Blamed by Many as the Cause
London, Jan. 22.—The slump in the jewelry trade of Britain, which has become acute in the last few weeks, is beginning to get the jewelers (particularly the manufacturing jewelers) a trifle groggy. Despite the fact that the general belief is that the slump is only temporary, undue pessimism is paramount just now. A scarcity of money is blamed for the present state of business. The present reaction, after three years of unprecedented prosperity in the jewelry trade, was anticipated to some extent. But this slump, the jewelers say, is without parallel in the jewelry trade.
The trade finds employment for many hundreds of thousands this side and the drastic retrenchments that have been inevitable have resulted in much distress. No one in the trade is working full time in London now. The London Society of Goldsmiths and Jewelers has some 1,200 workers in the metropolitan trade, and of these members of the society about 100 are women. Although at present only 30 or 40 members are unemployed, it is feared this number will be added to.
Sam Lowen, the veteran secretary of the society, says the present slump has not a redeeming feature in it. More than, 100 firms manufacturing jewelry are involved. Mr. Lowen told a London Star representative that on previous occasions when the trade has struck a bad patch, there were usually a few firms who escaped. But not so now. The manufacturers blame E. P. D. But just what is the primary contributory cause no one seems to know. The manufacturers have been bled nearly white in the excess profits tax, or E. P. D. as they prefer to call it, and the retail jewelers are finding little demand for jewelry, whether expensive or of the common variety, except for weddings and similar functions. For three years people have purchased jewelry lavishly.
"The situation," said Secretary Lowen, "is really serious. Personally, I am paying out more unemployment pay now than I did during the first year of the war. I do not think we shall ever get back to the normal until things are stabilized in Central Europe. Naturally, at a time of general trade depression like the present, our trade, being a luxury one, is bound to feel it keenly."
In order to unload their stocks (retailers refusing to buy) the manufacturers are now offering goods sale or return.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 2nd February 1921
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GEORGE H. YEAMANS
Meriden, Connecticut
George H. Yeamans, who has been with the International Silver Co. for a great many years, was elected treasurer and a director of the company at a meeting of the board of directors held October 26, to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Fraray Hale, of Wallingford. Mr. Yeamans entered the employ of the Meriden Britannia Co. as an office boy about 40 years ago. When the International Silver Co. was formed he was made chief accountant, which position he held until his appointment recently. He is also a director of the Manning, Bowman & Co.
Source: The Metal Record and Electroplater - November 1917
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Meriden, Connecticut
George H. Yeamans, who has been with the International Silver Co. for a great many years, was elected treasurer and a director of the company at a meeting of the board of directors held October 26, to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Fraray Hale, of Wallingford. Mr. Yeamans entered the employ of the Meriden Britannia Co. as an office boy about 40 years ago. When the International Silver Co. was formed he was made chief accountant, which position he held until his appointment recently. He is also a director of the Manning, Bowman & Co.
Source: The Metal Record and Electroplater - November 1917
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PINKERTON'S CRACK THE CASE
Philadelphia
Conspiracy to Rob the Keystone Watch Case Co. Unearthed
Philadelphia, Pa., Oct. 4. —A series of systematic robberies at the Keystone Watch Case Co.'s factory have just been unearthed and those implicated have been placed under bond, through the efforts of Captain Linden of Pinkerton's Detective Bureau.
The company were aware of the theft being committed, but could not locate the guilty parties and the aid of Captain Linden was sought. The latter after some investigation learned that Joseph Morris, foreman of the scrap melting room of the works, was in the habit ot delivering packages to a young woman, Miss Lydia A. Mooch, both in the street and on the train going to his home at Ardmore, where Miss Mooch also resided. The latter is a relative of Morris and was employed as an agent of the Prudential Insurance Co. The detectives also learned that she was in the habit of selling gold to J. Horstman, jeweler, of 7th and Chestnut Sts.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 7th October 1891
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Philadelphia
Conspiracy to Rob the Keystone Watch Case Co. Unearthed
Philadelphia, Pa., Oct. 4. —A series of systematic robberies at the Keystone Watch Case Co.'s factory have just been unearthed and those implicated have been placed under bond, through the efforts of Captain Linden of Pinkerton's Detective Bureau.
The company were aware of the theft being committed, but could not locate the guilty parties and the aid of Captain Linden was sought. The latter after some investigation learned that Joseph Morris, foreman of the scrap melting room of the works, was in the habit ot delivering packages to a young woman, Miss Lydia A. Mooch, both in the street and on the train going to his home at Ardmore, where Miss Mooch also resided. The latter is a relative of Morris and was employed as an agent of the Prudential Insurance Co. The detectives also learned that she was in the habit of selling gold to J. Horstman, jeweler, of 7th and Chestnut Sts.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 7th October 1891
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IMPROVING MODERN SILVERWARE
London
At Goldsmiths' Hall, London, was recently held a highly interesting meeting organised by the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, in connection with its schemes for improvement of design and craftsmanship in the precious metals. Sir Lawrence Weaver was in the Chair, and the speakers included members of leading trade firms in London (such as the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., Ltd., and Elkington's) , from Glasgow, Sheffield. Birmingham, and Darlington and other towns, artist-craftsmen, and the principals of schools of art ; 360 people attended the meeting, which was one of the most impressive that has been held for a great number of years. The subject of discussion was the problem of modern silverwork, with special reference to the Company's schemes, referred to above. A display of modern silver- work had been organised by the Company, which included a number of loan pieces, and also examples purchased by the Company, on the recommendation of their Judges (Sir Edwin Lutyens, R.A., Mr. B. J. Fletcher, Principal of the Birmingham School of Art ; Mr. Charles Aitken, Director of the Tate Gallery ; Mr. C. H. St. John Hornby ; Mr. A. D. Bishop. Deputy Warden, Assay Office, Goldsmiths' Hall ; and Mr. E. A. Courthope), for exhibition purposes. Many interesting pieces were shown.
At the meeting was outlined the policy of the Company, a brief account of which follows. This policy is detailed under five heads :—
(1) It is proposed to hold periodical meetings on the lines of the present one, for which, judging from to-night, there seems to be a demand. (2) To organise lantern lectures at Goldsmiths' Hall on the history of the craft, ancient and modern. These will be designed to attract to the Hall designers and craftsmen together, so that they can have an opportunity of discussing things. It would greatly help if heads of firms would encourage their staff to come to these lectures. (3) To hold exhibitions of work selected by the Company's Judges at different centres, with the object of interesting the Public. (4) To have periodical meetings of the Judges to consider any work that may be submitted from time to time, with a view to purchase and exhibition by the Company. This will give a chance to craftsmen and firms who are enthusiastic about the modern movement in silverwork to make themselves known. It is possibly a better method than a stereotyped competition, as there is no time limit, and people can submit work at their leisure. (5) To encourage students of exceptional ability at the Schools and elsewhere (a) by scholarships and research grants ; (b) by purchase and exhibition of work ; and (f) by possible admission to the Freedom of the Company to such as prove themselves by their work to have outstanding qualifications as designers and craftsmen.
Source: The Connoisseur - January 1928
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London
At Goldsmiths' Hall, London, was recently held a highly interesting meeting organised by the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths, in connection with its schemes for improvement of design and craftsmanship in the precious metals. Sir Lawrence Weaver was in the Chair, and the speakers included members of leading trade firms in London (such as the Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co., Ltd., and Elkington's) , from Glasgow, Sheffield. Birmingham, and Darlington and other towns, artist-craftsmen, and the principals of schools of art ; 360 people attended the meeting, which was one of the most impressive that has been held for a great number of years. The subject of discussion was the problem of modern silverwork, with special reference to the Company's schemes, referred to above. A display of modern silver- work had been organised by the Company, which included a number of loan pieces, and also examples purchased by the Company, on the recommendation of their Judges (Sir Edwin Lutyens, R.A., Mr. B. J. Fletcher, Principal of the Birmingham School of Art ; Mr. Charles Aitken, Director of the Tate Gallery ; Mr. C. H. St. John Hornby ; Mr. A. D. Bishop. Deputy Warden, Assay Office, Goldsmiths' Hall ; and Mr. E. A. Courthope), for exhibition purposes. Many interesting pieces were shown.
At the meeting was outlined the policy of the Company, a brief account of which follows. This policy is detailed under five heads :—
(1) It is proposed to hold periodical meetings on the lines of the present one, for which, judging from to-night, there seems to be a demand. (2) To organise lantern lectures at Goldsmiths' Hall on the history of the craft, ancient and modern. These will be designed to attract to the Hall designers and craftsmen together, so that they can have an opportunity of discussing things. It would greatly help if heads of firms would encourage their staff to come to these lectures. (3) To hold exhibitions of work selected by the Company's Judges at different centres, with the object of interesting the Public. (4) To have periodical meetings of the Judges to consider any work that may be submitted from time to time, with a view to purchase and exhibition by the Company. This will give a chance to craftsmen and firms who are enthusiastic about the modern movement in silverwork to make themselves known. It is possibly a better method than a stereotyped competition, as there is no time limit, and people can submit work at their leisure. (5) To encourage students of exceptional ability at the Schools and elsewhere (a) by scholarships and research grants ; (b) by purchase and exhibition of work ; and (f) by possible admission to the Freedom of the Company to such as prove themselves by their work to have outstanding qualifications as designers and craftsmen.
Source: The Connoisseur - January 1928
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FENIAN RAID MEDALS
Canada
The Fenian raid medals for the Canadian veterans will not be ready before May next. The Minister of Militia has fixed upon a design, which will no doubt be executed without delay at the Royal Mint. The medal will be of silver. The obverse will bear the usual Imperial army long service medal design. The reverse consists of the British ensign floating in the breeze, surrounded by a handsome wreath of maple leaves, and crossed latitudinally by a straight bar hearing the word "Canada." The name of the recipient will be placed on the edge. As the medal is to serve the purpose of a general service medal, there are added three clasps, bearing the following inscriptions respectively: "Fenian raid, 1886." "Fenian raid, 1870." "Red River, 1870."
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 26th October 1898
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Canada
The Fenian raid medals for the Canadian veterans will not be ready before May next. The Minister of Militia has fixed upon a design, which will no doubt be executed without delay at the Royal Mint. The medal will be of silver. The obverse will bear the usual Imperial army long service medal design. The reverse consists of the British ensign floating in the breeze, surrounded by a handsome wreath of maple leaves, and crossed latitudinally by a straight bar hearing the word "Canada." The name of the recipient will be placed on the edge. As the medal is to serve the purpose of a general service medal, there are added three clasps, bearing the following inscriptions respectively: "Fenian raid, 1886." "Fenian raid, 1870." "Red River, 1870."
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 26th October 1898
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THE CROWN ART METAL Co.
New York
The Crown Art Metal Co., New York City, capital $5,000, has been formed by William Foxen, Thomas LeMartyr and H.S. Don Carlos, for the purpose of manufacturing jewelry and ornaments.
Source: The Metal Record and Electroplater - October 1915
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New York
The Crown Art Metal Co., New York City, capital $5,000, has been formed by William Foxen, Thomas LeMartyr and H.S. Don Carlos, for the purpose of manufacturing jewelry and ornaments.
Source: The Metal Record and Electroplater - October 1915
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A MAP OF PRECIOUS STONES AT THE PARIS EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE 1900
Paris
The Emperor of Russia has made a unique present to the French Government of a map of France composed of a mosaic of precious stones. The map is one metre long by one metre broad, and is framed in slate-colored jasper. The sea is represented by light grey marble, and the departments in jasper of various colors. A hundred and six cities and towns are indicated by gems set in gold. Paris is represented by a diamond, Harve by an emerald, Rouen by a sapphire, Nantes by a beryl, and so on. The names of the cities are inlaid in gold, rivers are traced in platinum. The map was made at the Imperial factory at Catherineburg, and will be shown in the Exhibition.
Source: The Trader - June 1900
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Paris
The Emperor of Russia has made a unique present to the French Government of a map of France composed of a mosaic of precious stones. The map is one metre long by one metre broad, and is framed in slate-colored jasper. The sea is represented by light grey marble, and the departments in jasper of various colors. A hundred and six cities and towns are indicated by gems set in gold. Paris is represented by a diamond, Harve by an emerald, Rouen by a sapphire, Nantes by a beryl, and so on. The names of the cities are inlaid in gold, rivers are traced in platinum. The map was made at the Imperial factory at Catherineburg, and will be shown in the Exhibition.
Source: The Trader - June 1900
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HOPEFUL SEARCH FOR A DIAMOND
New York
A large crowd collected in front of 65 Nassau St. Friday morning and stopped to scan the sidewalk in the belief that a diamond had been lost from the window of one of the offices above. This proved untrue, as the only thing lost was a second hand of a watch, which had dropped from the window of the office of Geo. Schmid, watchmaker, on the third floor. The crowd soon realized their error and dispersed.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 27th December 1899
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New York
A large crowd collected in front of 65 Nassau St. Friday morning and stopped to scan the sidewalk in the belief that a diamond had been lost from the window of one of the offices above. This proved untrue, as the only thing lost was a second hand of a watch, which had dropped from the window of the office of Geo. Schmid, watchmaker, on the third floor. The crowd soon realized their error and dispersed.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 27th December 1899
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CYRUS B. PEETS
New Haven, Connecticut
Cyrus B. Peets, director and auditor of the International Silver Co., died at his home in New Haven, Conn., on November 5. He was born in Granby, seventy-seven years ago, and entered the employ of Rogers, Smith & Co., in New Haven, in 1869. About twenty years later the concern moved to Meriden, and in 1898 was merged with the International Silver Co. Mr. Peets continued to live in New Haven, commuting between the two cities for about forty years.
Source: The Metal Record and Electroplater - October 1918
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New Haven, Connecticut
Cyrus B. Peets, director and auditor of the International Silver Co., died at his home in New Haven, Conn., on November 5. He was born in Granby, seventy-seven years ago, and entered the employ of Rogers, Smith & Co., in New Haven, in 1869. About twenty years later the concern moved to Meriden, and in 1898 was merged with the International Silver Co. Mr. Peets continued to live in New Haven, commuting between the two cities for about forty years.
Source: The Metal Record and Electroplater - October 1918
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THE SIGNET RING OF CHARLES I
Persia
The diamond signet ring of the ill-fated Charles I. of England is of immense Intrinsic and artistic value. It is supposed to be the handiwork of the monarch himself. He was known as a skillful artificer in gold and silver, and much of his leisure was devoted to this congenial occupation. On the seal was graven the coat of arms of Great Britain and the monogram of the King.
At the demise of Charles it passed into the possession of his dethroned son, who, during the time of Ins banishment in France, was reduced to such straitened circumstances that he was forced to part with the precious relic of his lather. It was purchased by the well known French traveler, Tavernier, who soon afterward made a journey to the Orient. He exhibited the jewel at the Persian court and the Shah offered him a fabulous sum for the unique jewel, which is preserved with extreme care in the monarch's treasure vault.
Source: The Trader - February 1890
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Persia
The diamond signet ring of the ill-fated Charles I. of England is of immense Intrinsic and artistic value. It is supposed to be the handiwork of the monarch himself. He was known as a skillful artificer in gold and silver, and much of his leisure was devoted to this congenial occupation. On the seal was graven the coat of arms of Great Britain and the monogram of the King.
At the demise of Charles it passed into the possession of his dethroned son, who, during the time of Ins banishment in France, was reduced to such straitened circumstances that he was forced to part with the precious relic of his lather. It was purchased by the well known French traveler, Tavernier, who soon afterward made a journey to the Orient. He exhibited the jewel at the Persian court and the Shah offered him a fabulous sum for the unique jewel, which is preserved with extreme care in the monarch's treasure vault.
Source: The Trader - February 1890
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WATCH AND CLOCKMAKERS' ASYLUM
London
THE annual festival of the subscribers and friends of this institution was held in the Forester's Hall, Wilderness Row, on Saturday, October 18th, under the presidency of Mr. Thomas Collier, chairman of the committee. In proposing the health of the chairman, the treasurer, Mr. C. Rowlands, stated that the Asylum had been established 23 years, giving a comfortable home and a pension f 20Z. a year to indigent members of the trade unable to sustain themselves by their own exertions.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 5th December 1876
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London
THE annual festival of the subscribers and friends of this institution was held in the Forester's Hall, Wilderness Row, on Saturday, October 18th, under the presidency of Mr. Thomas Collier, chairman of the committee. In proposing the health of the chairman, the treasurer, Mr. C. Rowlands, stated that the Asylum had been established 23 years, giving a comfortable home and a pension f 20Z. a year to indigent members of the trade unable to sustain themselves by their own exertions.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 5th December 1876
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C.F. MONROE COMPANY
Meriden, Connecticut
The C.F. Monroe Company of Meriden, Conn., makers of cut glass and similar goods, are about to commence the manufacture of a line of sterling and plated wares as a fitting adjunct to their present business.
Source: The Metal Industry - March 1904
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Meriden, Connecticut
The C.F. Monroe Company of Meriden, Conn., makers of cut glass and similar goods, are about to commence the manufacture of a line of sterling and plated wares as a fitting adjunct to their present business.
Source: The Metal Industry - March 1904
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F.M. & J.L. COBB
Mansfield, Massachusetts
The factory of F. M. & J. L. Cobb, manufacturing jewelers of Mansfield, Mass., was recently damaged by a bolt of lightning which struck a high chimney and one side of the building. C. M. Gay, one of their engineers, was rendered temporarily unconscious by the force of the lightning.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 13th August 1902
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Mansfield, Massachusetts
The factory of F. M. & J. L. Cobb, manufacturing jewelers of Mansfield, Mass., was recently damaged by a bolt of lightning which struck a high chimney and one side of the building. C. M. Gay, one of their engineers, was rendered temporarily unconscious by the force of the lightning.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular and Horological Review - 13th August 1902
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J.W. BENSON
London
Mr. J. W. Benson has had the privilege of submitting to Her Majesty a large ring made for the King of Siam, to be used by His Majesty, as head of the Buddhists in Eastern India, once a year for religious ceremonies. The centre stone, which is of great lustre, is 1¼ inches in diameter, and is enriched by a ruby, an emerald, a sapphire, and five other stones, cut cabochon shape. The mounting embodies emblems of the mystic faith of Buddhism. Mr. Benson, who has but lately returned from Siam, has recently completed other crown jewels for the same court. He has also just made to the order of the Maharajah of Jodhpur, three fine and complicated racing-watches, each having the chronograph action for timing contests. They are probably intended by the Maharajah as valuable prizes for running, and the design is not only artistic but appropriate. Each portrait is enamelled with a portrait of His Highness, inside and outside the cover and has also scenes of a spirited race on the flat, and a steeple-chase enamelled in circles round the case.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - August 1883
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London
Mr. J. W. Benson has had the privilege of submitting to Her Majesty a large ring made for the King of Siam, to be used by His Majesty, as head of the Buddhists in Eastern India, once a year for religious ceremonies. The centre stone, which is of great lustre, is 1¼ inches in diameter, and is enriched by a ruby, an emerald, a sapphire, and five other stones, cut cabochon shape. The mounting embodies emblems of the mystic faith of Buddhism. Mr. Benson, who has but lately returned from Siam, has recently completed other crown jewels for the same court. He has also just made to the order of the Maharajah of Jodhpur, three fine and complicated racing-watches, each having the chronograph action for timing contests. They are probably intended by the Maharajah as valuable prizes for running, and the design is not only artistic but appropriate. Each portrait is enamelled with a portrait of His Highness, inside and outside the cover and has also scenes of a spirited race on the flat, and a steeple-chase enamelled in circles round the case.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - August 1883
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ERNST GIDEON BEK
Newark, New Jersey
The sale of the Ernst Gideon Bek Mfg. Co., which had been announced by Alien Property Custodian Palmer for Nov. 14, will be held on Jan. 7. It was stated by Charles A. Binder, secretary and treasurer of the concern, that the November date had been published through an error. Fifty per cent, of the stock, having a par value of $29,000, is to be offered for sale. This is chiefly the stock of Ernst Gideon Bek of Pforzheim, Germany, who was in Newark last five years ago. The Newark factory is a branch of the factory in Germany. The company manufactures jewelry.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 20th November 1918
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Newark, New Jersey
The sale of the Ernst Gideon Bek Mfg. Co., which had been announced by Alien Property Custodian Palmer for Nov. 14, will be held on Jan. 7. It was stated by Charles A. Binder, secretary and treasurer of the concern, that the November date had been published through an error. Fifty per cent, of the stock, having a par value of $29,000, is to be offered for sale. This is chiefly the stock of Ernst Gideon Bek of Pforzheim, Germany, who was in Newark last five years ago. The Newark factory is a branch of the factory in Germany. The company manufactures jewelry.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 20th November 1918
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Re: The Daily Snippet - Past News of the Silver Trade
FUND-RAISING FOR THE RED CROSS
London
The Red Cross Pearls Sold at London
One of the most interesting auction sales at Christies', London, at least from the standpoint of the jewelry trade, was the sale Dec. 19 of what was known as the "Red Cross" pearls. These pearls, which numbered 3,712, were in the form of 41 necklaces of great value and beauty. They had been prepared for sale by a subcommittee of jewelers who have been receiving them on behalf of the order, the jewelers in question being Mr. Pearson, of Garrard's; Mr. Ashwin, of the Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co., and Mr. Carrington Smith, of Messrs. Carrington.
The grading and stringing of these necklaces was a most responsible task. The principal necklace consisted of 63 of the finest pearls and to it was attached the historic clasp presented by the Countess of Norbury.
These pearls were presented by the women of the British Red Cross Society and the Order of the Hospital of St. John, of Jerusalem in England. The pearls were presented by people of all stations and it was the original idea to make one great necklace. This was abandoned, it being later believed that having the pearls graded and strung into perfectly matched necklaces would prove much more satisfactory and remunerative to the order. In addition to the 41 necklaces prepared there were scarf-pins, studs and rings.
It might be noted that Messrs. Christie, Manson & Woods, who conducted the sale at their warerooms, 8 King St, St. James Square, London, did so without remuneration so that the entire proceeds would go to the British Red Cross.
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London, Dec. 20 (Delayed in the mails). —The pearls sold for the benefit of the Red Cross, yesterday, at Christie's Sales Rooms amounted to £95,000.
Among the necklaces sold was one fine specimen of extraordinary beauty, consisting of 63 oriental pearls, matched into a necklace, which realized £22,000. It was purchased by the London firm of Carrington & Co.
The money is to be used for the care of wounded soldiers and sailors. The pearls were given by the leading members of British Society.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 22nd January 1919
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London
The Red Cross Pearls Sold at London
One of the most interesting auction sales at Christies', London, at least from the standpoint of the jewelry trade, was the sale Dec. 19 of what was known as the "Red Cross" pearls. These pearls, which numbered 3,712, were in the form of 41 necklaces of great value and beauty. They had been prepared for sale by a subcommittee of jewelers who have been receiving them on behalf of the order, the jewelers in question being Mr. Pearson, of Garrard's; Mr. Ashwin, of the Goldsmiths and Silversmiths Co., and Mr. Carrington Smith, of Messrs. Carrington.
The grading and stringing of these necklaces was a most responsible task. The principal necklace consisted of 63 of the finest pearls and to it was attached the historic clasp presented by the Countess of Norbury.
These pearls were presented by the women of the British Red Cross Society and the Order of the Hospital of St. John, of Jerusalem in England. The pearls were presented by people of all stations and it was the original idea to make one great necklace. This was abandoned, it being later believed that having the pearls graded and strung into perfectly matched necklaces would prove much more satisfactory and remunerative to the order. In addition to the 41 necklaces prepared there were scarf-pins, studs and rings.
It might be noted that Messrs. Christie, Manson & Woods, who conducted the sale at their warerooms, 8 King St, St. James Square, London, did so without remuneration so that the entire proceeds would go to the British Red Cross.
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London, Dec. 20 (Delayed in the mails). —The pearls sold for the benefit of the Red Cross, yesterday, at Christie's Sales Rooms amounted to £95,000.
Among the necklaces sold was one fine specimen of extraordinary beauty, consisting of 63 oriental pearls, matched into a necklace, which realized £22,000. It was purchased by the London firm of Carrington & Co.
The money is to be used for the care of wounded soldiers and sailors. The pearls were given by the leading members of British Society.
Source: The Jewelers' Circular - 22nd January 1919
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Re: The Daily Snippet - Past News of the Silver Trade
EXTENSIVE FIRE IN LONDON'S JEWELLERY QUARTER
Hatton Garden, London
Destructive Fire in Hatton Garden.—Shortly before nine o'clock, on the night of June 7, a fire broke out on the premises numbered 103, Hatton Garden, which extend as far back as Robin Hood Yard. The principal portion of the building is occupied by Mr. C. Jeffreys, shopfitter, and jewellers' showcase maker, and the outbreak seems to have originated among the property in the rear. It was not long before the flames assumed a threatening aspect, and the reflection of the fire attracted thousands of spectators to the scene. Aid was telegraphed for from all parts of B district, and a steamer was sent on from head quarters, Southwark Bridge Road, whence Mr. Simonds, second officer, proceeded to the place. By this time there were two steam engines and a stand pipe at work in Robin Hood Yard, and two steamers in Leather Lane ; but for a long time the water applied seemed to produce but little effect on the fire. On one side of the property are Bull Inn Chambers, the blocks of which are thickly populated ; and the alarm occasioned by the outbreak caused the utmost consternation among the numerous inmates of those buildings. Mr. A. Levy, stock and share broker, occupied the ground floor at 103, Hatton Garden, and in the early stages of the fire the heat therefrom forced the extensive plate glass front into the street with a fearful crash. The property of Messrs. Jaques and Sons, croquet-set manufacturers, was also much damaged.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 2nd July 1888
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Hatton Garden, London
Destructive Fire in Hatton Garden.—Shortly before nine o'clock, on the night of June 7, a fire broke out on the premises numbered 103, Hatton Garden, which extend as far back as Robin Hood Yard. The principal portion of the building is occupied by Mr. C. Jeffreys, shopfitter, and jewellers' showcase maker, and the outbreak seems to have originated among the property in the rear. It was not long before the flames assumed a threatening aspect, and the reflection of the fire attracted thousands of spectators to the scene. Aid was telegraphed for from all parts of B district, and a steamer was sent on from head quarters, Southwark Bridge Road, whence Mr. Simonds, second officer, proceeded to the place. By this time there were two steam engines and a stand pipe at work in Robin Hood Yard, and two steamers in Leather Lane ; but for a long time the water applied seemed to produce but little effect on the fire. On one side of the property are Bull Inn Chambers, the blocks of which are thickly populated ; and the alarm occasioned by the outbreak caused the utmost consternation among the numerous inmates of those buildings. Mr. A. Levy, stock and share broker, occupied the ground floor at 103, Hatton Garden, and in the early stages of the fire the heat therefrom forced the extensive plate glass front into the street with a fearful crash. The property of Messrs. Jaques and Sons, croquet-set manufacturers, was also much damaged.
Source: The Watchmaker, Jeweller and Silversmith - 2nd July 1888
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