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Gorham - 1855-1860 Compote Coin Silver 7.5" across the top, 3.5" tall, 4.5" wide base...
**STAMPING** - Lion facing left, anchor, G - all stamped individually with 90 above and the word "COIN" stamped below
Assuming that "90" means 90% silver, 10% copper...it has two very small wear spots in the dish area @ <---this size (well your text size on your computer is probably larger, so say smaller than the tip of an eraser.
If you click on this link - you can see the only possible dates available are 1855-1860 according to the **STAMPING**. With the lion facing LEFT....
http://www.925-1000.com/Gorham_Date_Code.html
**STAMPING** - Lion facing left, anchor, G - all stamped individually with 90 above and the word "COIN" stamped below
Assuming that "90" means 90% silver, 10% copper...it has two very small wear spots in the dish area @ <---this size (well your text size on your computer is probably larger, so say smaller than the tip of an eraser.
If you click on this link - you can see the only possible dates available are 1855-1860 according to the **STAMPING**. With the lion facing LEFT....
http://www.925-1000.com/Gorham_Date_Code.html
Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
silver
Distinguishing marks
90, Left facing lion, anchor, G
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
7.5" wide on top, 4.5" wide on bottom, 3.5" tall
Date Period
1855-1860
Weight
14oz
History
Was in a box of kitchen items at an estate sale...
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$1
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