Original 1913-14 Pocket Appointment Book, Berry & Whitmore jewelers, Wash., D.C.

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Original 1913-14 Pocket Appointment Book, Berry & Whitmore jewelers, Wash., D.C.
Leather binding with gold embossed letters & in excellent condition despite being over a century old (see photos). This little pocket appointment book measures 2.25 by 3.25 inches. Includes 2 calendars for 1913 and 1914 plus 2 pages of advice on gifts. Only the first "Appointments" page has writing, in pencil. The rest are blank. A rare survivor!
Welcome to Berry & Co. !
My name is Michael Berry. My wife Natalia and I are the owners of Berry & Co. Antique Silver. For over 25 years we have continued a business started by my grandfather, Charles E Berry Sr. over a hundred years ago in Washington D. C.
He began as a jeweler’s apprentice for the prestigious firm of Galt Brothers in 1887, working with that firm until he started the partnership of Shaw & Berry in 1899, establishing their business on the corner of 11th and F streets. Mr. Shaw retired and the partnership of
Berry & Whitmore
began, soon to become one of the leading jewelry firms in the City. About 1920, Mr. Whitmore retired and the firm became Berry & Co., the name which we proudly carry today.
My grandfather carried a wide range of quality items and served many clients throughout Washington D. C. including Marjorie Meriwether Post and the White House. He proudly marked the silver he sold with his company name. Many of the pieces still grace the collections of silver lovers throughout the country.
He refused to carry inferior goods or costume jewelry and, as a result, the coming depression forced Berry & Co. to close its doors in 1931. I am happy to say that the old
Berry & Whitmore
building as it is known today, has undergone a complete renovation and stands as a reminder of our companies past. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Place. [berry.com]