Special Features

Irian is a highly sought after figural pattern first produced in 1902. Unlike Watson Phoebe and Baccante complete services do exist. Because of the delicate pattern, wear on the high spots is very evident and truly mint examples are at a premium.

Dating

1902 is generally accepted as the introduction date for Irian. Turner lists it as obsolete by 1929. Unlike Gorham Wallace did not have an active "Made to Order" line and there is no evidence that Irian was ever re- produced. All of the pieces that we have in our collection have old monos. Therefore Irian is a genuine collectible.

Pieces Available

Size  My Cost   Notes Flat Butter 6" $39.00 not shown Teaspoon 6" $20.00 Oval Soup 7" $50.00 Dinner Knife 9 1/2" $60.00 new blade Dinner Fork 7 1/2" $75.00 Luncheon Fork 7" $50.00 Salad Fork 6 1/8" $105.00                      Note: Pieces of exceptional quality without wear can go for 50% more than the prices above. We bought the best we could, only the S.F. is exceptional, and a demi that we paid $50 for.

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As usual the salad fork is at a premium and an original dinner knife with a blunt blade would be a find.

Comments
Irian is a challenging and rewarding collectible pattern.