Download or read book The Standard Encyclopedia of American Silverplate, Flatware and Hollow Ware written by Frances Bones and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 445 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Frances Bones and Lee Roy Fisher have pooled their knowledge and vintage catalog materials for this essential reference book that collectors and dealers may use to develop a better understanding of American silverplate patterns. Composed of more than 400 vintage catalog pages featuring the work of 28 American manufacturers, this easy-to-use book is the first to include hollow ware in addition to flatware. The popular patterns from the 1880s to 1980 are all featured and priced. The price guide represents the market experience of dealers and collectors. 2003 values.