William B. Durgin
William B. Durgin was an American silver manufacturer based in Concord, New Hampshire, that produced silver flatware, hollowware, and jewelry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
While Durgin is primarily known for its silverware, they also produced a limited amount of jewelry. Durgin's jewelry was often made of silver, sometimes combined with other materials such as enamel or glass, and was characterized by its ornate designs and attention to detail.
One of Durgin's most famous jewelry designs is the "Forget-Me-Not" brooch, which features a delicate spray of flowers made of silver with enamel accents. Another notable design is the "Poppy" brooch, which features a realistic rendering of a poppy flower in silver with enamel accents.
Durgin's jewelry is highly collectible today, and examples can be found in antique shops, auctions, and online marketplaces. The company was eventually acquired by Gorham Manufacturing Company in 1905, and the Durgin brand was phased out in the mid-20th century.
While Durgin is primarily known for its silverware, they also produced a limited amount of jewelry. Durgin's jewelry was often made of silver, sometimes combined with other materials such as enamel or glass, and was characterized by its ornate designs and attention to detail.
One of Durgin's most famous jewelry designs is the "Forget-Me-Not" brooch, which features a delicate spray of flowers made of silver with enamel accents. Another notable design is the "Poppy" brooch, which features a realistic rendering of a poppy flower in silver with enamel accents.
Durgin's jewelry is highly collectible today, and examples can be found in antique shops, auctions, and online marketplaces. The company was eventually acquired by Gorham Manufacturing Company in 1905, and the Durgin brand was phased out in the mid-20th century.
