Gorham Lansdowne Sterling, 1917
Gorham Lansdowne Sterling is an American sterling silver flatware pattern, produced 1917–1991, identified by the mark GS LANS.
| Maker | Gorham |
|---|---|
| Pattern | Gorham Lansdowne Sterling |
| Mark struck | GS LANS |
| Period | 1917–1991 |
| Region | American |
| Type | Flatware pattern |
What does the “GS LANS” mark mean?
This hallmark identifies the Gorham Lansdowne Sterling flatware pattern, introduced in 1917 and produced through 1991. The marking “GS LANS” denotes Gorham Sterling and the Lansdowne pattern name. Lansdowne reflects early 20th-century sterling design, featuring a restrained, traditional form suited to both formal and everyday table use. With a production span of more than seven decades, pieces bearing this hallmark document the longevity of the pattern and Gorham’s sustained sterling silver output across much of the 20th century.
What is Gorham sterling silver worth?
SebastianCharles Auctions catalogues and sells Gorham sterling silver at auction from our gallery at 5263 Edina Industrial Blvd, Edina, Minnesota. Value depends on the individual piece and its condition, and on the number of place settings in a flatware service. Send photographs of the mark and the piece for a free auction estimate, or call (612) 280-1377. Formal written appraisals are billed hourly from $150, with most reports delivered within two weeks.
Other Gorham marks and patterns
- Gorham 20th Century Hallmark
- Gorham 1875 - 1900 Hallmark
- Gorham King George Sterling, 1894, No Monograms
- Gorham Etruscan Sterling, 1913, Monograms
- Gorham Valcourt Silverplate, 1988
- Gorham Nocturne Sterlng, 1938, No Monos
- Gorham Calais Silverplate, 1988
- Gorham Aspen Frosted
- Gorham Willow Sterling, 1954
- Gorham Chantilly Sterling, 1950, "Gorham", Monograms
- Gorham Buttercup Sterling, Lion-Anchr-G, 1899, Mono
- Gorham Alencon Lace Sterling, 1965