A very important cocktail shaker designed by George H. Berry. Manufactured in 1926 by Derby/International Silver Plate Co., it was the first ever novelty cocktail shaker made. Up until that point they were always designed in a simple, Art Deco, streamlined design pertaining to the era. A very detailed and highly sought after piece.

At this time there were two huge silversmith's operating in a similar field in the same part of America; Derby and International Silver Plate Co.,  both originate from  Meriden, Connecticut. This part of America, from 1852, became the heartland of the American silver manufacturing industry. The 1887 Meriden Britannia catalog had over four hundred pages of items being offered. This included no less than twelve pages of barware. Meriden became known as "Silver City" and by the end of the 20th Century had sales of over $2.5 million a year. During the "Roaring" and supposedly dry! twenties" the International silver Company had offices located in Canada, England and across the US. They began to move away from traditional designs and employed designers like Rhode and Guild to come up with pieces that reflected the modern world emerging around them.

This piece is in the original, unrestored silver plated finish. The model number, "1921", is marked on the underside as well as the maker's marks for Derby SP Co and the International SP Co. The shaker is complete with the exceptionally rare set of six original, matching, miniature golf bag shot cups made to accompany this wonderful piece of barware  history.  Quite often the stopper of the shaker, or the golf ball lid are missing.  This is not the case here.  Also, the strapping details near the handle can be broken off or damaged.  Again, this set is in excellent condition throughout.  Considering it is approaching one hundred years in age, it is a remarkable and handsome piece that would make for the perfect addition to any golfers home.