Monday 21 September 2015 | 10:00 | Lots: 489

Monday 21 September 2015 | 10:00 | Lots: 489

Lot 516

Lot 516

An American pierced dish & a pair of tongs. (2).

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Lot 516

Lot Description

An American silver dish of circular outline with beaded rim enclosing a pierced pattern border and centrally engraved initial, maker's mark for Gorham, diameter measuring 7 7/8 inches (20 cm). Together with an American pair of tongs having one claw grip and one with foliate detail, maker's mark for Bailey & Co., length measuring 8 1/4 inches (21 cm). Combined weight 8.74 ozt (272 grams). (2).

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Both pieces display general surface scratches, marks and wear commensurate with the age and use. Quite heavy tarnishing visible to both and they would benefit from a clean and polish. Some small surface dints visible to the centre of the dish. Tong handles are slightly misshapen. Maker's marks are clear and legible.



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