F.B. Rogers 1883 Trademark Sterling Silver Sea Shell Shaped Bowl with Candle Holders

By magnetechgitl, 10 July, 2010
Description

I am not sure of the function of the item, but would like to know what it is used for and how much it is worth. It is a sea shell shaped bowl with candle holders and a smaller bowl on one end of it. It has a claw leg on the end with the candle holders to keep it upright. I thought maybe it was something used for christening or something? Any help would be appreciated.

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Sterling Silver
Distinguishing marks
F.B. Rogers Sterling Company Trademark 1883 #1728
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
13" X 10" X 5"
Date Period
?
Weight
1 lb 11 oz
History
I bought it at an estate sale for $1
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
1.00
For Sale?
No
Photos

raages

13 years 2 months ago

 It is my understanding that this is a bowl to serve shrimp in.  The Cup usually has a glass in it for cocktail sauce and the "candle holders" are actually for toothpicks....

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Lovejoy

13 years 2 months ago

I don't see any "Sterling " mark in the image. If there is no Sterling mark or a numerical equivelent of it " 925" it's silverplated.

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