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, ...

Most of us have a few things tucked away that once belonged to a parent or grandparent-a watch, a quilt, maybe a set of china ...

This month’s submissions all were handed down in families, including a fine set of Reed & Barton sterling flatware, a carnival glass bowl, and a print that hung in a lawyer’s office. Two pieces of ...

Savvy thrifters are always on the hunt for old Pyrex cookware and vintage cast-iron skillet sets, but sometimes hidden treasures are closer to home than you might think. The term "silverware" isn't ...

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, ...