George Glazer Gallery

Each shows the numerous design possibilities for the wood turner even with the simple form of mallet head and handle. Gavels make a great gift for the chairman of the board, president, lawyer, judge, scholar or auctioneer. Gavels are fun for anyone to have on the desk -- everyone is naturally drawn to hold and hammer! They symbolize authority, prestige, power, control, and order. George Glazer's collection of over 100 gavels was featured in the article "Vintage Gavels" in the October 2000 issue of Country Living Magazine (shown right). He is the leading worldwide antique dealer specializing in gavels. How did the gavel evolve its symbolic meanings and ceremonial functions from its origin as a utilitarian stonemason's tool? Read on to learn more about the history of gavels. Table of Contents:Origin of the Gavel | Gavel Manufacture, Materials and Craftsmanship | Relic Gavels | Ceremonial Gavels | Mounting & Display