Abstract

Treasures of Olden Times

This article presents information on several books, "Historic Silver of the Colonies and Its Makers," by Francis Hill Bigelow, "Furniture of the Olden Time," By Frances Clary Morse and "Rings for the Finger," by George Frederick Kunz. Bigelow's book is, from the viewpoint of this time and country, the most significant of these four additions to the stupendous list of collectors' handbooks. The beauty and dignity of American colonial silverwork have of late been appreciated as not previously. Kunz's book of the ring is based on much antiquarian industry. Collecting old jewelry is a popular pastime in the museums and among private collectors. Henceforth no one will describe an ancient signet ring or betrothal ring without consulting this monograph of 380 pages, replete with lore, superstitions, and historical facts.