Derby Silver Co. Quadruple Plate Handled Dish/Basket with Aesop's "The Crow and the Pitcher" Engraving

By Lady Dragon, 24 December, 2009
Description

I find this to be a very unique silver piece. The engraving in the dish is what first attracted me--Aesop's fable of "The Crow and the Pitcher." I'm just not sure of this piece's original purpose. I can't be certain, but I think it's stamped with the numbers 1 1 3 8. I have not attempted to clean or polish it.

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Silverplate
Distinguishing marks
Derby Silver Co.
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
Stands 1 3/4" (w/handle down), 6" diameter, 17 1/2" circumference
Date Period
1873 - 1898
Weight
unknown
History
Bought at an estate auction in Northwest Iowa. Owner had apparently collected many antiques.
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
$7.50
For Sale?
No
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