The 2019 Gorham Silver Snowflake & Collector’s Set

Posted May 22 2019 in Gifts Holidays Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:Christmas Decorations, Christmas Ornaments, Gorham Ornaments, Gorham Snowflake, Snowflakes

For fifty years, Gorham has been making the holidays a little merrier and brighter with the production of their annual silver snowflake Christmas ornament. Each year, Gorham fans eagerly await the roll out of the new snowflake to see how it differs from earlier designs.

Like nature’s snowflakes, no two ornaments are alike. Families collect each new ornament and eventually pass their treasured collections on to the next generation. For many, it would not be Christmas without a beautiful Gorham Silver Snowflake hanging from the branches of the family tree, perfectly reflecting its twinkling lights.

Order Your Baby’s First Christmas Ornaments

Posted September 12 2018 in Decorations Gifts Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:Baby Ornaments, Baby Rattle Ornament, Baby's First Christmas, Rocking Horse Ornament, Stockings, Teddy Bear Christmas Ornament

Baby’s first ornaments

Baby’s First Christmas Elephant

The crackling fire, home-baked treats and classic movies are nice, but nothing makes the holidays more special than a new baby.

Baby’s first Christmas ornaments sell out quickly, so browse our selection and order your favorite soon. Just add the ornament to your shopping cart. Choose the engraving option to view our distinctive scripts. Your personalized gift will be treasured for years to come.

Here’s a peek at the 2019 collection to get you started.

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Christmas In July at Silver Superstore!

Posted July 20 2018 in Decorations Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:2018 Christmas Ornaments, Christmas Decorations, Christmas in July, Gorham Snowflake, Reed and Barton Cross, Silver Bell Ornament, Silver Cross Ornament, Wallace Sleigh Bell

It’s Christmas In July At Silver Superstore!

It’s an exceptionally hot summer, but one way to beat the heat is to look forward to Christmas. The idea of gently falling snow and glistening icicles has never seemed so appealing.

If you collect or make gifts of annually issued Christmas ornaments, it’s never too early to snatch up the new editions. The unique heirlooms start selling out before many collectors finish their Thanksgiving leftovers. Too, you should factor in time for custom engraving and shipping. Engraving makes any keepsake more personal.

We offer an impressive collection of finely crafted ornaments made by the world’s most respected silversmiths. Here are three popular designs, all made right here in the U.S., that are sure to delight year after year.

Wallace Sleigh Bell

2018 Wallace Sleigh Bell

A 16-year-old spoon-maker named Robert Wallace set up shop in the early 1800s. Wallace first issued its whimsical sleigh bell, which is often the top-selling ornament, in 1971.

As always, the three-dimensional motif circles the center of the round bell and frames the year. The 2018 Wallace Sleigh Bell features both holly and Santa Claus. The 2 3/4-inch silver-plated bell has a light, merry ring. The Wallace mark is stamped on the bottom.

We also offer the 24th-edition sterling silver version. The bells look as pretty collected in a bowl as they do dangling from a Christmas tree.

Each ornament comes with both red and white ribbons for hanging, a protective pouch, a gift box and a brochure. Because of their dainty size, we recommend limiting engraved messages to one line.

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A Brief History Of The Wallace Candy Cane

Posted July 3 2018 in Christmas Decorations Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:2019 Wallace Candy Cane, Annual Candy Cane, Annual Ornaments, Candy Cane Ornament, Wallace Candy Cane, Wallace Ornaments

A History Of The Wallace Candy Cane

The 2021 Wallace Candy Cane is just one of the many classic ornaments that we offer at Silver Superstore. This piece has been released annually for decades, but where did it get its start?

A Brief History Of The Candy Cane

If a legend dating to 1670 is to be believed, the first candy cane was the brainchild of a German church choirmaster. Hoping to keep the little ones quiet during a reenactment of the Nativity, he asked a local confectioner to make what he described as “sugar sticks” for them.To justify doling out treats in church, the choirmaster suggested adding a crook at the top; with any luck, that would inspire the children to reflect on the humble shepherds in the scene.

This lovely story may have some basis in truth, but the first stick candies didn’t debut until confectioners competed for prizes at an exhibition in Massachusetts in 1837. The earliest recipe for a straight peppermint candy stick was published in 1844, and there’s mention made of a candy cane in an 1866 literary work. Candy canes as we now know them didn’t show up on Christmas trees until the early 1880s.

They’re still showing up today.

Order Custom Christmas Gifts

Posted November 16 2017 in Engraving Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:Annual Ornaments, Christmas Ornaments, gift ideas, Gifts

Custom Silver Christmas Gifts From Silver Superstore

Even with 364 days to prepare, most people fall behind on holiday gift shopping. They forget to allow time for baking, menu planning and finding something to wear to the office party. They forget the amount of effort required to make decorating look effortless. They forget that items sell out, and they have to start all over.

If this describes you, then you’re in the right place.

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Christofle From Silver Superstore

Posted October 20 2017 in Dining Flatware Reviews Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments
Tagged:Christmas Ornaments, christofle flatware, quality, quality flatware, Silver, silver gifts

Christofle: A Company that Knows Quality

The holidays are a happy time. Unpacking ornaments and holiday décor brings back memories of family moments spent together while planning parties and fancy dinners give you the chance to use your decorative tableware including your high-end flatware and sophisticated china.

Known for its lavish table service products, Christofle is a highly respected brand, one that adorns the tabletops of those who appreciate quality. From traditional silverware lines to contemporary pieces, Christofle offers choice.
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Bell Ornaments From Silver Superstore

Posted September 25 2017 in Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:Annual Bell, Bell, Bell Ornaments, Christmas Bells, Christmas Decorations, Christmas Ornaments, christmas silver, Holiday Bell

Beautiful Bells To Adorn Your Tree This Holiday Season

Christmas bells ring in a season of joy, happy memories and closeness with family and friends. They go hand in hand with the aroma of baking gingerbread, the crackle of logs on the fire and the twinkling of lights on a decorated tree. It just wouldn’t be Christmas without bells.

Carry on the tradition by making finely crafted bell ornaments a part of your holiday decor.

Reed & Barton Christmas Bell

Reed & Barton Christmas Bell 2018

This year’s design is a testament to understated elegance. The smooth, lustrous surface beneath the plain finial catches the light to stunning effect.

“Christmas 2018” is engraved in classic italicized font on the front. The back awaits your own personal engraving.

This timeless piece will add shimmering allure to a holiday tree, wreath or garland.

Size: 3 inches by 2 ½ inches

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Christmas Items From Silver Superstore

Posted August 29 2017 in Dining Dinnerware Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:2017 Christmas Ornaments, Christmas Decorations, christmas gifts, christmas items, engraving, Tree Decorations

Before you know it, there will be a noticeable nip in the air. The changing leaves will usher in Thanksgiving, and the proverbial silver bells will ring in Christmas.

Make this holiday memorable with gifts, ornaments and table settings that will be treasured for generations to come. Silver Superstore has a wide variety of unique keepsakes, and our custom engraving service will make them deeply personal.

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A History Of The Reed & Barton Cross

Posted July 19 2017 in Gifts Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:2017 Christmas Ornaments, 2018 Christmas Ornaments, 2018 Reed and Barton Cross, 2018 Reed Cross, 2019 Reed Barton Cross, 2019 Sterling Cross, Christmas Decoration, Cross Decoration, Cross Ornament, Reed & Barton Cross, Tree Decoration

A Look At The Reed & Barton Cross

For 49 years, people have anticipated the newest edition of the Reed & Barton Christmas Cross. There is more to their enthusiasm than the satisfaction of adding to their collections.

Like traditional holiday recipes or gift-giving rituals, the reappearance of treasured ornaments cheers the soul. Unwrapping them and taking careful inventory brings to mind the stories attached to them, especially when they’ve been passed down for generations. Arranging them on Christmas trees, mantels, wreaths or gift boxes is one of the year’s most pleasant pastimes.

The First Ornaments

Germans of the 16th century get credit for innovating decorated Christmas trees as we know them today, and it is believed that Protestant reformer Martin Luther was the first to light one with candles.

Christmas trees gained popularity in America in the late 1800s. The first ornaments were baked goods or homemade trinkets, but German immigrants began making reusable decorations. The practice quickly caught on. With the advent of Christmas tree lights in 1880, ornament makers started to use materials that reflected their twinkle.

Silver ornaments became an especially popular choice in the 1970s. Silver’s durability makes it ideal for years of decorating, and its reflective luster is enhanced by the deep green boughs and glowing lights of a Christmas tree.

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A History Of Gorham & The Gorham Snowflake

Posted June 29 2017 in Gifts Lifestyle Ornaments Traditions
Tagged:2017 Christmas Ornaments, christmas, Christmas Decorations, Gifts, Gorham, Holiday Traditions, snowflake ornament, Snowflakes, Tree Decorations

A Brief History of Gorham & Their Annual Gorham Snowflake

The 2021 Gorham Snowflake is in stock. Buy it now while supplies last!

One of the cheeriest days of the year is the day that holiday ornaments are unpacked. Greeting familiar items warms a winter day like nothing else, especially when trinkets have been in the family for years.

The annually issued Gorham Snowflakes are particularly elegant pieces. Their appearance varies from year to year, but it remains true to the original designer’s vision. For almost 50 years, these sterling silver ornaments have been brightening Christmas trees, fireplace mantels and gift boxes across the country.

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