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Coin Silver Teaspoon by Henry Hyman, Lexington, Kentucky, circa 1833Coin Silver Teaspoon by Henry Hyman, Lexington, Kentucky, circa 1833

Coin silver teaspoon, 5 1/2 inches long, with bowl bumps. Made by Henry Hyman in Lexington, Kentucky, circa 1833. Hallmarked "HENRY HYMAN" plus four additional hallmarks. Engraved on the front with "C.W. Northrop". This is considered an early example of Hyman's work and the only one from Lexington, KY in this collection. Hyman advertised in Steven's Kentucky Herald in 1797. Often confused with H. Hyman, a Jewish silversmith in Richmond, VA, in the 1840s and 1850s. According to a knowledgeable dealer, H. Hyman spoons made in Richmond, Virginia, had the initials RHD after his hallmark, and the style of this spoon was made for several years. The 1833 date reflects the style, and it could possibly be slightly later.

Engraved Silver Teaspoon by H. HymanEngraved Silver Teaspoon by H. Hyman

Silver teaspoon, part of a three-piece set, engraved with the hallmark "H. HYMAN, RHD." Made by Henry S. Hyman in New York, NY (circa 1832 and 1855-1866) and Richmond, VA (1835-1855). This piece should not be confused with the work of an earlier Henry Hyman of Lexington, KY. The spoon is described as Teaspoon #1 of a set of 3.

J. Hyman Coin Silver Serving Fork and Spoon, circa 1860J. Hyman Coin Silver Serving Fork and Spoon, circa 1860

Silver serving fork and spoon made by J. Hyman, circa 1860, Portsmouth, Virginia. Marked "J. Hyman.. Coin.." with a worn hallmark. H. Hyman and Lewis Hyman were active silversmiths in Richmond, Virginia. Research indicates a brief obituary for Jacob Hyman, a jeweler in Portsmouth, Virginia, and an advertisement for a J. Hyman, Jr., jeweler in Sacramento in 1886, possibly a son. The item is currently located in Arc.MS.56, Box 12, Folder 10.

Pair of Engraved Silver Spoons by Nathan & LevyPair of Engraved Silver Spoons by Nathan & Levy

A pair of silver spoons engraved with the hallmark "NATHAN & LEVY." Based on the style, the spoons are estimated to have been crafted between 1815 and 1845 by a silversmith in New England. The firm Nathan & Levy is also listed in the 1860-1861 Ohio State Gazetteer and Business Directory as importers of watches and wholesale dealers in jewelry and silver in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Set of Three Spoons by J. LevySet of Three Spoons by J. Levy

Set of three spoons with the hallmark "J. LEVY" and "W S C" engraved on their handles. The spoons have turned-down fiddle handles with a broad drop and sharply pointed bowls. Information suggests Jonas/Jones (Joseph) Levy was a silversmith working in New York in 1835, with other references placing him in Connersville, Indiana (c1821), Cincinnati, Ohio (1822-29), New York City (c1838), and Memphis, Tennessee (1855-60).

Silver Master Salt by H. HymanSilver Master Salt by H. Hyman

Silver master salt hallmarked "H. HYMAN, RHD." Made by Henry S. Hyman in New York, NY (circa 1832 and 1855-1866) and Richmond, VA (1835-1855). The salt is 3 3/4" long and has never had a monogram. Circa 1845.

Silver Sabbath Lamp, circa 1845, New York CitySilver Sabbath Lamp, circa 1845, New York City

Silver Sabbath lamp, circa 1845, New York City. Hallmarked "Wm Gale and Son; 925 sterling" with a Greek key border design, two standing urns, seven candle receptacles (possibly held glass or silver containers for oil), and ring handles. The lamp rests on raised curved legs. No other known examples of this form in early American silver. Exhibited in "Tolerance and Identity: Jews in Early New York 1654-1825" at the Museum of the City of New York, May-December 2005. Acquired at auction from the estate of Cora Ginsburg, a renowned antique dealer and collector.

Silver Spoon by Myer MyersSilver Spoon by Myer Myers

Silver spoon with the hallmark "MYERS," typical of the work of Myer Myers. Circa 1760. 5.5" L overall. This spoon was displayed at a Library of Congress Exhibit in Cincinnati (AJA) during 2005.

Silver Teaspoon by H. Hyman, circa 1840Silver Teaspoon by H. Hyman, circa 1840

Silver teaspoon, engraved with the initials "A B" and the hallmark "H. HYMAN, RHD." This is teaspoon #3 of a three-piece set. Henry S. Hyman was a silversmith active in New York, NY (c. 1832 and 1855-1866) and Richmond, VA (1835-1855). He should not be confused with an earlier Henry Hyman of Lexington, KY. Circa 1840.

Silver Teaspoon by H. Hyman:  Teaspoon #2 of a Three-Piece SetSilver Teaspoon by H. Hyman: Teaspoon #2 of a Three-Piece Set

This archival object consists of a silver teaspoon, part of a three-piece set, engraved with the hallmark "H. HYMAN, RHD." The spoon is attributed to Henry S. Hyman, a silversmith active in New York, NY (circa 1832 and 1855-1866) and Richmond, VA (1835-1855). This specific piece is identified as Teaspoon #2. Note that this Henry Hyman should not be confused with an earlier silversmith of the same name in Lexington, KY.

Silver Teaspoon Hallmarked "D. Cohen", circa 1840Silver Teaspoon Hallmarked "D. Cohen", circa 1840

Silver teaspoon hallmarked "D. Cohen", circa 1840. Most likely the mark of David Cohen, a watchmaker listed in New York City from 1826-1831. He was probably a retailer of silver, not a maker. Silversmiths named Levy worked in Missouri during the same period, but this is not conclusive.

Silver Teaspoon with 'D. Cohen' Hallmark, circa 1840Silver Teaspoon with 'D. Cohen' Hallmark, circa 1840

A silver teaspoon hallmarked "D. Cohen," circa 1840. The hallmark likely belongs to David Cohen, a New York City watchmaker active from 1826-1831. He was most likely a retailer of silver, not a maker. This item is one of a set of two. The collection also includes additional images of this object.

Soup Spoon by Thomas Cohen (active 1808-1817)Soup Spoon by Thomas Cohen (active 1808-1817)

Silver soup spoon made by Thomas Cohen, a silversmith and watchmaker active in Lynchburg, Virginia (1808-1809), and Chillicothe, Ohio (1814-1817). The spoon is hallmarked "T. Cohen" and engraved with "J. & M.V." It's noted that Thomas Cohen's father, Jacob Cohen, was also a silversmith, and that Thomas's Christian name suggests a mixed-faith family, possibly with a non-Jewish mother. The spoon dates from this period of Cohen's career.

Teaspoon by H. Hyman, New York and RichmondTeaspoon by H. Hyman, New York and Richmond

Silver teaspoon, part of a three-piece set. Hallmarked "H. HYMAN, RHD." Made by Henry S. Hyman. Active in New York, NY (c. 1832 and 1855-1866) and Richmond, VA (1835-1855). Circa 1840. Part of collection Arc.MS.56, Objects Box 1.