silver - Stokes & Sons
Stokes & Sons. Thomas Stokes commenced business in Melbourne in 1856 as a die-sinker, producing medals, tokens, and buttons and in 1867 after merging with G F Martin, introduced electro-plated nickel silver to Australia.
Three sons joined the business in the late 19th century and the company changed its name to Thomas Stokes and Sons.
Most items coming onto the market are silver plate, although the company also produced silver items, and from the 1890s to the 1960s Stokes was the best known manufacturer of silver and plated domestic wares.
In 1947 the company was commissioned to produce Queen Elizabeth II's wedding gift from Australia, and her 1954 tour-gift from Victoria. Stokes discontinued production of silver and plate in the 1960s.
The company is still operating, based in Ringwood, Victoria, listed the Australian Stock Exchange and produces badges, medallions and appliance spare parts.
Three sons joined the business in the late 19th century and the company changed its name to Thomas Stokes and Sons.
Most items coming onto the market are silver plate, although the company also produced silver items, and from the 1890s to the 1960s Stokes was the best known manufacturer of silver and plated domestic wares.
In 1947 the company was commissioned to produce Queen Elizabeth II's wedding gift from Australia, and her 1954 tour-gift from Victoria. Stokes discontinued production of silver and plate in the 1960s.
The company is still operating, based in Ringwood, Victoria, listed the Australian Stock Exchange and produces badges, medallions and appliance spare parts.
1 item(s) found:
Two Russell Drysdale silver pictorial plates. 'Going to Town;' & 'The Stockmen.' Issued by Stokes, Melbourne, 1975. Wear to 'Going to Town.' diameter 20 cm