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Antique James Deakin Sterling Silver Shell Dish For Sweets/Butter Etc

£100 ~ $133

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An antique Edwardian period sterling silver dish. It is in the shape of a shell with fluted details and scrolls to the base. It has a tab which can be used as a handle and it was most likely intended for confectionery or similar. It stands on three ball feet. To the top there is a hallmark from the Sheffield assay office with date letter for 1907 and makers mark for James Deakin & Sons.

Condition

Good order with minor period wear as expected. Very slight indents around the rim.


Approx Dimensions

Length : 130mm

Width : 100mm

Height : 20mm

Material : Sterling silver

Weight : 45 grams


Stock Code: B2247 FB25-3
Item id: B2247
Type: Holloware
Color: Silver
Creator: James Deakin
Style: Edwardian
Origin: England • English
Age: Early 20th Century
Purpose: Butter Dish, Candy Dish, Nut Cups
Item type: Antique