1847–1853 "Dasher" Family Rare Set of Six Coin Silver Forks – James B. Fidler, Philadelphia - Savannah (274 g)

$2,800.00
Set of six American coin silver dinner forks retailed by Philadelphia jeweler James B. Fidler (active 1847–1861), dating to circa 1847–1853. Each fork measures 8 inches and the total weight is 274 grams. Crafted in the classic fiddle tipt pattern, the handles are engraved in flowing period cursive with the surname “Dasher” in a Southern style. This rare Southern attribution likely connects the set to the Dasher family of Savannah, Georgia—most plausibly Israel Dasher (1814–1894), for whom the notable Dasher House was built in 1858. The forks align precisely with his early household formation period, prior to construction of that residence. Savannah’s strong commercial ties with Philadelphia make this retail origin entirely consistent. Today, the Dasher House stands as an illustrious historic property, reflecting the enduring prominence of the family name. These forks represent an earlier chapter in that story: a refined but practical coin silver service from a rising Southern household. A scarce and historically grounded set of American coin silver with clear regional and family association. Weight: 75 grams Dimensions: 6.75" Check out some of my other sterling silver flatware here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=search_shop_redirect§ion_id=7399760 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
Set of six American coin silver dinner forks retailed by Philadelphia jeweler James B. Fidler (active 1847–1861), dating to circa 1847–1853. Each fork measures 8 inches and the total weight is 274 grams. Crafted in the classic fiddle tipt pattern, the handles are engraved in flowing period cursive with the surname “Dasher” in a Southern style. This rare Southern attribution likely connects the set to the Dasher family of Savannah, Georgia—most plausibly Israel Dasher (1814–1894), for whom the notable Dasher House was built in 1858. The forks align precisely with his early household formation period, prior to construction of that residence. Savannah’s strong commercial ties with Philadelphia make this retail origin entirely consistent. Today, the Dasher House stands as an illustrious historic property, reflecting the enduring prominence of the family name. These forks represent an earlier chapter in that story: a refined but practical coin silver service from a rising Southern household. A scarce and historically grounded set of American coin silver with clear regional and family association. Weight: 75 grams Dimensions: 6.75" Check out some of my other sterling silver flatware here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=search_shop_redirect§ion_id=7399760 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP