Alvin Sterling 1000 Fine Overlay Cut Glass Decanter

Description

Alvin Sterling 1000 Fine Overlay Cut Glass Decanter;
Up for sale is the impressive antique cut glass decanter with sterling silver overlay in floral motifs, dated 1904. The decanter is with a radiation cut at the bottom accompanied by the inscribed marks “49”and “5”, and has a calligraphy monogram “MY” in front. The lower back underneath the handle shows “Patented 144”, “1000, Fine” and the Alvin hallmark. The sterling overlay stopper has a ball like handle and an inscribed mark “49”.
Alvin was started by Wm. H. Jamoneau in 1886 as Alvin Mfg Co in Irvington, New Jersey. The firm changed to Alvin-Beiderhase Co (c. 1893). In 1897 Alvin-Beiderhase Co was purchased by Joseph Fahys & Co (watch-case manufacturer) operating as a branch until 1910. In 1919 the name changed to Alvin Silver Co until 1928 when assets, dies and patterns were purchased by Gorham Corporation operating in Providence plant as a separated division of Gorham under the name of Alvin Corporation.
Measures: Dimensions, 6 ¼” high (with stopper, or 5” high, without stopper) x 3 ½” (
across widest parts
) x 2 ¼” (across deepest parts) x 1 ½” base diameter; Weight,11.9 oz (337 grams).
Condition: Good and clean, with a tiny chip to the end of the stopper and the decanter has some chips and minor glass missing inside the mouth without influencing the function and the overall beauty.
Shipment
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can be shipped worldwide. Generally, we use FedEx or USPS for all US domestic shipments and USPS for all international shipments. The shipping fee taken by Postal Service is an estimate based on the size, weight and insurance of the item. If in case, there is an overtaking amount, we will be happy to return the balance per the postage receipt through the PayPal.
Return
: We try our best to describe the posted items precisely and accurately, pointing out any imperfections. We generally, therefore, do not accept the return, unless the photos posted do not match the items or the items are damaged in shipping. Upon receiving the damaged item, the buyer must keep the original packaging and condition and contact us within 24 hours of delivery.
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