Identifying antique silverware patterns is tricky. Often, the silver has been passed down for generations, and the name of the design, the manufacturer, and the history have been lost. Fortunately, ...

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That drawer full of tarnished forks and spoons might not look like much-but don't be fooled. Some old silverware isn't just heirloom-worthy; it's downright valuable. Between rare patterns, high silver ...

1. This classic, tailored pattern plays well with both casual and formal china. Sinclair by Ralph Lauren, available at Fortunoff, White Plains, (914) 287-8700, $70 per place setting. 2. The timeworn, ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I’ve been collecting silver flatware in various patterns when I see pieces at really great prices. I also love to entertain, both casually and semi-formally. In both cases, I love ...

Misty Nagan's SilverWear by Misty is a favorite at the Farmers Market on Broadway. She sometimes buys as many as 1,000 vintage forks and spoons a month to make her jewelry. Misty Nagan comes from a ...