Silver Bookmarks

This bookmark was made in France. The top is a high relief bust of Napoleon as designed by the famous French artist E. Seurre. The top blade has a 5 pointed star and next to it is inscribed Malmaison which is the house that Napoleon's wife, Josephine purchased in 1799 and where he governed the country. It is now a museum and this is possibly a souvenir from there.

This bookmark was made in the US by Gorham. It is marked Marshall Field's and Gorham on the back. It is a corner bookmark, with a picture of the top of a grandfather clock showing a time of five minutes to three. This was made for the Marshall Field's department store in the late 60's early 70's.

This bookmark was made in England. It has London hallmarks and is also marked "Made in England". Dead giveaway there. This is a figural of Mr. Pickwick from the Charles Dickens classic. The back is inscribed "Chops and Tomato Sauce". The date is 1911.

This bookmark was made in the US between 1900 - 1910. It is marked only Sterling on the back. An open wreath-like scrollwork makes up the top blade.

This bookmark was made in the US by Heintz Art Metal Shop. It is bronze with a dark brown patina and a design with a silver overlay. This is from the Arts and Crafts period. The date is 1910 - 1930.

This bookmark was made in France. The top is a magnifying glass held up by two horns of fruit. The top blade has 3 bees (a symbol of Napoleon). It has two French hallmarks on the side of the glass.

This bookmark was made in the US by an unknown manufacturer. It is marked E sterling on the back. The top blade is in the shape of an anchor with partial green enamel. It has a red and white ribbon and tassel. The date is 1900 - 1910.

This bookmark was made in Japan of copper and brass. The top clip is a stork eating a fish. The date is 1900 - 1910.