Sterling silver coffee server with my grandmother's initials, probably from her marriage to my grandfather in the 1920's. They were Hughston Maynard McBain and she was Margaret Keith McBain with the initials, MMcB.
I do not know the maker but I can show the Sterling stamp on the bottom of the coffee server. The Keith's owned Chicago Electric and Hughston McBain, my grandfather was the youngest CEO of Marshall Fields. I think photographs will tell the rest.
10 inches tall and 10 inches wide (approx. I need to locate a ruler)
Inherited
Yes
Hi Jacquelyn,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Yes, can you please take/add a photo of the maker's mark? Only as some makers are more desirable than others and I'd like to provide you with the most accurate appraisal possible
Also, if you have cream pitchers, sugar bowls or other pieces connected with this service, it would be appropriate to appraise them all together so please add them to this appraisal if you have them.
Thanks,
Delia
Yes. There are candlesticks. I'm trying to locate them, now.
You shouldn't be limited as to number of photos but if you can't find a way to attach them, you can send photos to [email protected] and reference this appraisal. Our support department will forward them to me so I can finish this appraisal.
Thanks,
Delia
I have a question. Since last photographing after polishing, a very light varnish is on the silver pieces.
I can send images in that state.
I can polish again and make fresh images.
And, if you recommend, I can get one of these products to preserve the shine.
Renaissance Wax: A microcrystalline wax that acts as a reversible barrier, commonly used for metal preservation, including silver, without affecting the finish.
Agateen Lacquer: A common, durable lacquer spray or brush application often used on museum pieces, though it requires careful application and removal by professionals.
ProtectaClear: A clear, durable coating that is frequently used on items that might be handled or used, such as tableware, for protecting against tarnish and light scratches.
Tarnish Preventative Strips: For display cases, many museums use 3M Silver Protector Strips or Intercept Anti-Tarnish Strips.
Tarnprufe/Charcoal Cloths: These are fabrics treated to neutralize sulfides in the air, often used for wrapping or lining display cases. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6]
or.
Put then in tarnish prevention bags.
I'll go polish, again, submit images. But if I send the items, I'll want to make sure they arrive polished and not tarnished.
Thank you,
Jacquelyn
I said varnish. I meant tarnish. A very light tarnish is on the silver.
Tarnish happens naturally when metal is exposed to air. Most silver dealers and auction houses use a polish such as Wright's Silver Cream, which keeps any original patina that other cleaners/sprays etc might remove.
I'm not sure how to add an image to this box. I'm trying to delete something from the 4 photos so I can put it there and not having any luck.