Most people we have come to know through the years have one thing in common no matter what the treasure is or from what period the treasures come from- most of us find collecting antiques FUN.  The thrill of the hunt, the great people we meet along the way, and of course enjoying that moment when you have found your treasure; these are the best reasons for collecting. 

But- to get the most from your collection, you must have knowledge.  Knowledge is power for the collector.  It is important to understand when, why, where and how an item was made; to see the item in relation to the period in which it was made, and how it was a part of the surroundings of the time. 

We are devoting this page to sharing knowledge about antiques and entertaining; living with and using these treasures we collect and cherish. 

Articles, Events, Other Suggested Reading, Links,

ARTICLES:
Read Silver Ladles
(click link to read article)
By: Rosemarie Schickler

EVENTS:

Morning Coffee and Afternoon Tea at Green Door Antiques

• We are Celebrating our Silver Anniversary with “Morning Coffee and Afternoon Tea”. 
• Learn about Silver and Antiques in our relaxed sunlit showroom.
• Enjoy a beverage and a conversation with knowledgeable collectors
• Reserve your place at the Table, for this complimentary event, as there is limited seating. 
  
• Call or email for available dates and times.
    

Antique Silver Luncheon for a sterling cause
The Rio Bamba, 282 Alexander Street, Rochester, NY
April 30, 2003

• A luncheon was held to benefit Women United, part of the United Way of Greater Rochester.

SUGGESTED READING
by other authors:
Please contact us if you would like to purchase any of these books, we have a limited number in stock. 

Tiffany Silver Flatware 1845- 1905 When dining was an Art by William P. Hood

American Silver Flatware 1837-1910, by Noel Turner

Encyclopedia of American Silver Manufacturers, by Dorothy Rainwater

Gorham Silver and Tiffany Silver by Charles Carpenter

Silver in America 1840-1940 A Century of Splendor, by Charles Venable

LINKS:

www.antiquesrochesterny.com
www.silvermag.com