Yerba Buena by Vanderslice Sterling Silver Flatware Set 41 pcs California Silver

Regular price $3,900.00

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  • AGE : 1850-1899
  • PATTERN : Yerba Buena
  • TYPE : Flatware - Sets
  • COMPOSITION : Coin Silver
  • MAKER : Vanderslice

Own a piece of American silver history! Most of the American
silversmiths were located on the east coast. This is a rare opportunity
to buy early California silver.



When James Marshall discovered gold at Sutter's Mill in 1848, California
became the golden state. In 1859, gold miners were working claims in
nearby Nevada and found the famous Comstock Lode. This discovery linked
Nevada and California and fueled the growth of the "Silver Kings" of San
Francisco.

Rare "Yerba Buena" by Vanderslice circa 1865 California Silver Flatware set - 41 pieces. This set includes:





  • 6 Dinner Size Knives with sterling ferrules and Mother of Pearl Handles, 9 5/8" (not Vanderslice)
  • 12 Dinner Size Forks, 7 7/8"
  • 12 Regular/Dessert Forks, 7"
  • 6 Teaspoons, 6 1/8"
  • 5 Serving Spoons, 8 3/8"



  • Includes bonus brand new storage chest - styles vary.


    Very good vintage condition with some wear on the tines, as expected with age. Matching "JEN" monogram on the pieces, except for the knives, which are monogrammed "A". This set will be lightly hand polished and sealed in individual plastic sleeves prior to
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