ESTATE Large Antique GORHAM MFG CO Butler\'s Platter or Tray 1871 Marked HEAVY
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ESTATE Large Antique GORHAM MFG CO Butler\'s Platter or Tray 1871 Marked HEAVY:
$50.00
This is a Wonderful Antique GORHAM Silver Butler\'s Platter or Tray. It is from my Grandmother\'s ESTATE, and I know for a fact that she bought it at an antique shop in New York 55 years ago. It is heavy and large, measuring 26 3/4 long by 17 3/4 wide. Based upon it\'s very clear markings, which I have shown in the pictures, it dates to 1871. It is footed and has raised handles that are pierced in a Lovely vine and leaf pattern, which I have not been able to identify. It also has the letter \"V\" in the center of the platter. I have done a preliminary cleaning, but have not gone farther as I don\'t know enough about silver. There are some surface scratches, and it definitely looks like this piece was used at one time. These could be buffed out by a professional. This piece has been sitting in a closet since my Grandmother purchased it.I have researched this piece in every vintage and antique GORHAM book I could get my hands on, including books which are very rare themselves. I just cannot identify this piece. It must be extremely rare. I looked at the rare pieces that are in museums, as well. It continues to elude me. If you know anything about this piece, please let me know.
ESTATE Large Antique GORHAM MFG CO Butler\'s Platter or Tray 1871 Marked HEAVY:
$50.00