What items feature art deco engraving?

These pieces include personal items such as pocket watches, cigarette cases, compacts, and rings, alongside domestic silver and glassware. Many of these objects serve a functional purpose while displaying the distinct geometric ornamentation characteristic of the period.

How do I care for silver and glass items?

Silver and silver-plated items require gentle cleaning with appropriate cloths to preserve the surface engraving without wearing down the metal. Glass pieces should be washed carefully by hand to protect any sandblasted or incised decoration. Storing these objects away from direct moisture and extreme temperature fluctuations helps maintain their condition over time.

How can I tell the period of a piece?

Dating often relies on hallmarks stamped into the metal, which indicate specific assay offices and years of production. Stylistic markers such as skyscraper motifs, streamlined shapes, and specific font choices also point toward the interwar decades. In addition, maker marks and accompanying documentation help narrow down the timeframe of creation.