A lovely vintage silver-plated Gorham enameled "Stoplight" jigger. Gorham made this figural jigger in sterling silver as well as a silver-plated version (which they also did for a number of their other barware pieces including their decanter/liquor tags). Heavy in weight, this jigger is nothing short of magical. The enameled stoplight colors include green, yellow and red meant to signify "go," "caution," and "stop." Each light corresponds to the 1, 2 1/2, and 3 1/2 ounce markings on the jigger's bottom. Heavier in weight, this jigger has a solid feel to it. Truly a magical figural jigger.
A little bit about this maker: Jabez Gorham started Gorham silver in 1831 in a shop on Steeple Street in Providence, Rhode Island. Born to a family of eight, he was apprenticed to New England silver patriarch Nehemiah Dodge at a very early age. Dodge is known as one of the founders of the silver and jewelry crafts industry in 18th century New England. After his seven-year apprenticeship with Dodge, Jabez formed his own business and quickly established a name for himself. For more than 150 years Gorham Silver has been known as one of the preeminent silversmith companies in the world and well-known for their vintage barware items including this stoplight jigger.
Measurements: Approx 2 1/2" tall x a tad over 2 1/4" in diameter
Maker/year: Gorham, 1950s
Hallmarks: "Gorham EP YC 1192" can be found on the bottom of the jigger along with the jigger's original foiled sticker.
Condition: Very, very good vintage condition with very mild signs of age. We like to be thorough when it comes to our vintage pieces, so here's a full summary:
1) There's mild tarnish to the exterior in a few places (we have not polished this piece)
2) There's some tarnish to the interior of the jigger (see photo)
3) There's one micro tiny (smaller than a pinhead) scratch on the bottom of the jigger
4) There's very, very mild but general what we call "surface wear" to the bottom of the jigger (likely not from use but purely from handling and/or storage).
The silver-plating is in very good shape overall and vibrant. The enameled dots are pristine (no wear or age). In short, this vintage jigger is in good vintage condition with very mild signs of age and wear. It displays beautifully. Cheers.
**On shipping: We take our packaging very seriously and carefully wrap all pieces well to ensure safe delivery. If you buy multiple pieces/sets, we will combine shipping if possible (glassware sets typically ship in their own box to ensure safe arrival) and will reimburse you for any shipping overages.
****Important to note pre-purchase: Buyers, please examine all photos carefully as we cannot accept returns due to the fragile nature (the possibility of breakage or damage when being shipped back) of our vintage/antique pieces. Our items are true vintage pieces that might have manufacturers flaws, flaws from age, or imperfections in general from being vintage. We try to explain the condition/description in an accurate and thorough manner but we ask that you please examine all photos carefully and ask all questions before purchasing an item as we are unable to accept returns due to the risk of breakage/damage.
>>> IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS/PROOF OF ORDER ACCURACY & SHIPMENT: on orders with MULTIPLE pieces please note that if your order has more than one item/piece in it (so multiple pieces such as a set of jiggers, cocktail picks, tags, Julep cups, combined shipping orders, the screw cap on a flask or shaker, etc.) please take care to thoroughly empty the box and unpack ALL pieces which may be hidden in tissue paper, bubble wrap, peanuts, etc. We cannot be responsible if you accidentally throw one of your items away! We WILL be able to confirm with 100% certainty that we shipped ALL pieces in your order as we photograph/document ALL PIECES in the box it ships in along with the buyer’s order receipt, shipping label, and tracking number (in case we need to verify that all pieces were shipped once the package has been received). Thank you for shopping with us and cheers!
Inv Ref # GSL#3
A little bit about this maker: Jabez Gorham started Gorham silver in 1831 in a shop on Steeple Street in Providence, Rhode Island. Born to a family of eight, he was apprenticed to New England silver patriarch Nehemiah Dodge at a very early age. Dodge is known as one of the founders of the silver and jewelry crafts industry in 18th century New England. After his seven-year apprenticeship with Dodge, Jabez formed his own business and quickly established a name for himself. For more than 150 years Gorham Silver has been known as one of the preeminent silversmith companies in the world and well-known for their vintage barware items including this stoplight jigger.
Measurements: Approx 2 1/2" tall x a tad over 2 1/4" in diameter
Maker/year: Gorham, 1950s
Hallmarks: "Gorham EP YC 1192" can be found on the bottom of the jigger along with the jigger's original foiled sticker.
Condition: Very, very good vintage condition with very mild signs of age. We like to be thorough when it comes to our vintage pieces, so here's a full summary:
1) There's mild tarnish to the exterior in a few places (we have not polished this piece)
2) There's some tarnish to the interior of the jigger (see photo)
3) There's one micro tiny (smaller than a pinhead) scratch on the bottom of the jigger
4) There's very, very mild but general what we call "surface wear" to the bottom of the jigger (likely not from use but purely from handling and/or storage).
The silver-plating is in very good shape overall and vibrant. The enameled dots are pristine (no wear or age). In short, this vintage jigger is in good vintage condition with very mild signs of age and wear. It displays beautifully. Cheers.
**On shipping: We take our packaging very seriously and carefully wrap all pieces well to ensure safe delivery. If you buy multiple pieces/sets, we will combine shipping if possible (glassware sets typically ship in their own box to ensure safe arrival) and will reimburse you for any shipping overages.
****Important to note pre-purchase: Buyers, please examine all photos carefully as we cannot accept returns due to the fragile nature (the possibility of breakage or damage when being shipped back) of our vintage/antique pieces. Our items are true vintage pieces that might have manufacturers flaws, flaws from age, or imperfections in general from being vintage. We try to explain the condition/description in an accurate and thorough manner but we ask that you please examine all photos carefully and ask all questions before purchasing an item as we are unable to accept returns due to the risk of breakage/damage.
>>> IMPORTANT UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS/PROOF OF ORDER ACCURACY & SHIPMENT: on orders with MULTIPLE pieces please note that if your order has more than one item/piece in it (so multiple pieces such as a set of jiggers, cocktail picks, tags, Julep cups, combined shipping orders, the screw cap on a flask or shaker, etc.) please take care to thoroughly empty the box and unpack ALL pieces which may be hidden in tissue paper, bubble wrap, peanuts, etc. We cannot be responsible if you accidentally throw one of your items away! We WILL be able to confirm with 100% certainty that we shipped ALL pieces in your order as we photograph/document ALL PIECES in the box it ships in along with the buyer’s order receipt, shipping label, and tracking number (in case we need to verify that all pieces were shipped once the package has been received). Thank you for shopping with us and cheers!
Inv Ref # GSL#3