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Antique George IV York Sterling Silver Platter / Tray / Centrepiece
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique George IV York sterling silver platter/centrepiece; an addition to our collection of silver decorative trays.
This exceptional and large antique George IV York sterling silver display tray/platter has an oval shaped form.
The convex surface of the silver tray is embellished with an impressive later chased floral spray design; the convex nature of the centre creates a well to the outer circumference.
The domed border is ornamented with further floral and foliate decoration, accented with a paralleling scalloped rim.
This exceptional antique silver platter was crafted by James Barber & Co in York, England; large pieces of silver bearing the York town mark are rare to the market.
An antique sterling silver decorative platter/silver centrepiece is a distinguished and versatile gift, ideal for weddings, anniversaries, retirements or housewarmings. Suitable as a centrepiece or display tray, it embodies timeless elegance and refined taste.
Maker: James Barber & Co
Origin: York, England
measurements
Length 48.5cm/19.09'
Width 36.1cm/14.21'
Length of surface 39.4cm/15.51'
Width of surface 27.3cm/10.75'
Height 1.8cm/0.71'
Weight:-
54.7 troy ounces/1701.7g
measurements
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the Antique George IV York Sterling Silver Platter / Tray / Centrepiece (LA540329) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1824
declaration
condition
condition
This antique decorative platter is a superior gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The later chased decoration is all very sharp.
Full hallmarks struck to the anterior surface of the domed border are all very clear.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware.