Gebelein Silversmiths

The firm was founded by George Christian Gebelein (November 6, 1878 – January 25, 1945), who was born in Wüstenselbitz, Bavaria, and emigrated to Somerville, Massachusetts, with his family as an infant.

In addition, however, it produced a large quantity of mechanically spun silver, which was then made to appear hand-crafted by decorative engravings and small hammer marks.

Around 1921 the firm started retailing products made by Gorham, Reed & Barton, Currier & Roby, and the International Silver Company.

His careful studies of Colonial silver, knowledge of fabrication techniques, and skill as a craftsman made him an expert in identifying forgeries and creating high-quality reproductions.

He also made communion sets for the United States Military Academy at West Point, King's Chapel and St. Peter's Church in Boston, and the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia, and two large ciboria that were presented to the National Cathedral in Washington, DC, in 1934.