Everlast "Silvercrest" Tumbler Set, 1952-1954

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Artifact Overview

In 1932, Louis Schnitzer and Nathan Gelfman formed Everlast Metal Products Corporation, producing high-quality, hand-forged aluminum giftware. In an era of growing uniformity via factory production, the "made by hand" aspect of these products held an aesthetic appeal for consumers. In 1952, Everlast introduced the "Silvercrest" line, featuring a highly polished aluminum finish. By this time, the "hand-forged" marks were made by machines.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Tumbler (Drinking glass)

Date Made

1952-1954

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

2005.121.206

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Constance & James Levi.

Material

Aluminum (Metal)
Glass (Material)

Color

Silver (Color)
Colorless

Dimensions

Width: 9.25 in (Caddy)
Height: 7.875 in (Caddy)
Diameter: 3 in (Tumbler)
Height: 5.938 in (Tumbler)
Diameter: 3.34375 in (Coaster)
Height: 0.75 in (Coaster)

Inscriptions

on bottom: SILVERCREST / BY / EVERLAST