Tag: Silver

Seasons of a Gentleman
Silver
Rachel O'Keefe-Coulson

Seasons of a Gentleman

Upon my time at AC Silver, I have been fortunate enough to be visually stimulated by art movements. Within each movement I have discovered certain

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What is a Marriage Casket
Silver
Alice Wilson

What is a Marriage Casket?

In these modern times, a betrothal is typically marked with the presentation of an engagement ring (and hopefully an enthusiastic ‘I will!’). Contemporary rituals surrounding

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King’s Pattern Cutlery
Silver
Rachel O'Keefe-Coulson

King’s Pattern Cutlery

Throughout my learning experience at AC Silver the battle of the “King’s shape” was one of the most joyful to conquer. I joined the team

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silver gilt
Silver
Delilah Kealy-Roberts

What is Silver Gilt?

Otherwise known as Vermeil (pronounced ver-may), the technique of silver gilding refers to objects which have a silver core but have been coated with a

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What is a Filigree Box
Silver
Louise Snowdon

What Is Filigree?

The term “filigree” comes from the Latin words “filum,” meaning thread, and “granum,” meaning grain. It refers to the use of fine threads of metal

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Dessert Etiquette
Silver
Rachel Atkinson

Dessert Etiquette

Ice cream, molten chocolate cake, cheesecake, chocolate eclairs, jelly, apple pie, fruit…the list goes on and on. I’m sure we’ve all got our favourite type

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What is a Finial?
Silver
Rachel Atkinson

What Is a Finial?

The dictionary definition of a finial is an ornament at the end, top or corner of an object. With such a definition, buildings, curtain rails,

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What Is a Charger Plate?
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Louise Snowdon

What Is a Charger Plate?

Charger plates have been in use since the 19th century. They are sometimes referred to as service plates and under plates. They have both practical

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What is a bud vase
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Rachel Atkinson

What is a Bud Vase?

“When a single bloom says so much, why not highlight it in a vase that’s equally elegant?” – Martha Stewart Displaying cut flowers in a

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