Alaska Souvenir Spoons and the Early Curio Trade

"History of the souvenir spoon craze in 19thC U.S. is covered. Five chapters include: early tourism development in Alaska; suppliers and jewelers who manufactured souvenir spoons & curios are discussed; the rise of Alaska Native craftsmen and women who made souvenir spoons and other curio items is detailed; Gold rush era souvenir spoon and the broad range of Alaska souvenir spoons in general is told with examples of early silver and ivory and gold spoons. Illustrated with historical photos and tourist literature, bibliography and index."Hall, June E. is the author of 'Alaska Souvenir Spoons and the Early Curio Trade', published 2004 under ISBN 9780970481535 and ISBN 0970481535.