Villedieu Copper Pitcher

Q: I purchased this copper pitcher from a person who kept detailed records of what he had and when and where he bought or received it. His index card in the pitcher stated it was a museum quality gift from a friend. There is a faint mark on the bottom that looks like “Villecieu.” I […]

Copper Tray

Q: I own a very old square copper tray. It’s very beautiful. It has a symbol of a running bird on the underside. It originally came from Europe, possibly Vienna. Who made it?   A: This running ostrich mark was used by WMF, the Wurtemberg Metalware Factory, from about 1925 to about 1930. The company […]

Hannibal and St. Joseph Spittoon

Q: I have an old copper spittoon that I bought in a store that sold used items. On both sides there is a picture of a train and the name “Hannibal and St. Joseph Railroad.” I would like to know how old it is and what it’s worth. A: Your spittoon is one of the […]

Vetcraft Shops Mark

  Q: We have a very old hammered copper vase. The mark on the bottom is a triangle with a half sun and a fist holding a hammer. Any help would be appreciated.  A: Your copper vase was made by Vetcraft Shops of Toronto, Canada. This was one of several workshops set up by the […]

DH & M Copper Pots

Q: I inherited a set of copper pots about 1950 from a friend of my mother’s who had a restaurant in New York City. I estimate them to be at least 100 years old. The large kettle and fry pan have this DH & M mark on the bottom. Can you tell me who made […]