Collectible Rodney Kent Vintage Hammered Aluminum Retro Kitchen and Tablewares

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Rodney Kent Sparkling Hammered Aluminum Servers and Decorative Tablewear

Rodney Kent sparkling hammered aluminum kitchenwares and serving pieces. Yet to be discovered by mainstream collectors, hammered aluminum is enjoyed by a small cult following. His is most famous for his Tulips pattern. Many pieces are decorated with tulip flower tops or with ribbons and blooming tulips hammered into the design. Rare pieces are beginning to fetch higher auction prices as collectors are just beginning to come under the spell of Rodney Kent.

The hammered aluminum craze took off in the 40's and 50's and still continues today. 

When aluminum was still a new miracle metal, silversmiths and other metalworkers turned their talents to this new material. Aluminum is lightweight, durable and practical. It's safe for an outdoor picnic yet graceful enough for an elegant dinner.

Aluminum is one of those collectibles that has a small cult following, but hasn't been discovered yet.

I'm always happy to find a piece at a bargain, come home and polish it up.
Rodney Kent is most famous for his Tulip and Ribbons patterns.

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Susan Kirbie wrote

O my gosh you sound like me ! My journey began when I decided that I just had to have a set of vintage tumblers. Growing up it seemed that we were the only family on the planet that did not have a set. I got my set , fell in love with aluminum , and here I am. I collect hammered and also polished heavy aluminum. So far I have yet to meet anyone who shares my passion , which is just fine with me .I collect to use and enjoy.Yes , it is a wonderful bonus that it is still cheap. That will change soon enough , but I am determined to have a large collection before then.

Reply Posted July 04, 2009

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Susie Ellisor wrote

I began collecting aluminum pieces when I saw one at an Auction. I am nuts over it now. I just bought a piece that is Rodney Kent. the number on the back is 419. It is a 2 tier tray with tulips on the bottom and the arms up to the smaller tray are pansys. Can you tell me anything about it?

Reply Posted May 31, 2009

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sunshinesyrie wrote

I use liquid rust remover to clean my hammered aluminum.
WOW quick fast and simple....

Reply Posted May 13, 2009

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Nancy wrote

I have a beautiful hat band made of aluminum and can't find anything to help me find it's value. It's just the right size to put on a cowboy or cowgirl hat and has a Native American theme or motif. Can you direct me to a website that has such items? Or do you know anything about such an item? Any help is appreciated. Thank you.

Reply Posted January 20, 2009

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Susan Powell wrote

I found a coaster set at my end-laws estate sale. Has tag still on it, and on bottom below the name it has 464. Other than this I don't know anything about it, year price anything? Please let me hear from you. Thanks, Susan

Reply Posted January 13, 2009

 
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