Twelve Sterling Silver-Handled Corncob Holders

Set of Twelve Sterling Silver-Handled Corncob Holders

second quarter 20th century, by the Gorham Corp., Providence, Rhode Island, in an Empire-inspired pattern with leaf-and-dart edging and acanthus base, with silverplated cob picks and rotating stand, monogrammed "MHH".
h. 1-3/4", l. 3-3/4"

Provenance: Private collection, Nashville, Tennessee.
Condition Report: **In good used condition, with some light signs of age and use, most notable some wear to the silvering on the bases of some of the picks from use. Each marked on the handle with the Gorham "lion-anchor-G" trademark (very faint) and "Sterling Handle".