About Michelle Lieberman Expertise My expertise is in the area of American sterling silver and coin silver flatware and holloware, including identifying silversmiths and makers, types and patterns of flatware and their usage. I am unable to answer questions pertaining to silverplate or foreign silver.
Experience With over 25 years experience in selling vintage silver, I now devote much of my time educating others in this field.
Education/Credentials BA California State University Los Angeles
Question Hi Michelle,
I'm trying to find info on the "Louis XV" pattern by Durgin. So far, I've been able to find info on the origin of the company but nothing on the pattern. I'm giving some demitasse spoons as a gift and just wanted to give some info on the pattern, such as how the design came to be, or if it was named for anyone in particular, or if it was commissioned for any royalty etc. I know the issue date was 1891. I'm just not sure where to go or if there is any info available. I hope you can help with any info you can find.
Thanking you in advance,
Millie
Answer Hello Millie. I did quite a lot of research on this pattern over the holiday, but couldn't come up with any information. I was hoping the patent would be available online, but it isn't. You can be sure it was named for the French king, but that's about it.
