Leonore-Doskow-Obituary

Leonore B. Doskow

New York, New York

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DOSKOW--Leonore B., of Croton-on-Hudson, NY died suddenly at age 97. Born in Philadelphia to Leo and Hannah Bernheimer, graduated from Bryn Mawr College and became a silversmith. Married David M. Doskow and moved to New York City. They joined in business under the name Leonore Doskow Inc. She...

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I found a sterling ring with the initials "SG" on the ground while on a walk in the summer of 2019. When I looked up the hallmark, I was thrilled to discover it was made by such a pioneering woman silversmith! Like Stacey, I too am a vintage seller (clothing, not jewelry) and love to tell Leonore's story when someone remarks on my ring, which I've worn almost every day since I found it. Rest in 925 paradise, sweet Leonore

I have had a keychain with my name MEG On it since high school. My husband gave me another one he found in an antique shop with yhe same Meg on it with a dime holder this Christmas!

Megan Barnette ( Lexington, KY)

Clever Sterling Golfer Pin

I purchased this pin last spring and saved it from a group of sterling that was headed for scrap. At the time, it was completely tarnished and had debris obscuring the face and the signature on the reverse. I looked it over many times and concluded it was both different and special. Up until that day, I had never encountered the work of Leonore Doskow. I'm glad I did. After cleaning the piece, I could see the whimsical detail of the golfer's face. It wasn't until the signature was...