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Platter

By Kemmerling, 7 June, 2008
Description

Appears to be silver. Has a stamp on the front that says FCM or CFM. 3 small stamps on the back.

Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
Possibly silver
Distinguishing marks
CFM or FCM stamp on front
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
About 14-15" diameter
Date Period
front stamp may say 1777
Weight
5.5 lbs
History
70 year old seller said her mother brought this to the US from Europe and has had it since she was young.
Price Paid (If known)
$5 @ garage sale
For Sale?
No
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Kemmerling

17 years ago

Re: Platter

probably pewter not silver
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Lovejoy

17 years ago

Re: Platter

The markings are not clear enough to see, but it looks like pewter. Such pieces really require a physical examination to determine their origins.

 

Lovejoy 

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