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Antique Gorham Tray Coin Silver Commemorating Early Indiana Railway

Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Co.
Offered by: Nelson and Nelson Antiques

Description
Victorian Classical coin silver tray. Made by Gorham in Providence, ca 1860. Oval with four scroll-mounted strapwork supports. Beaded rim and leaf-mounted end handles with horned and mustachioed heads.

Engraved presentation: Wm. D. Griswold Esq. / His Friends and Employees of the / St L.A. & T.H. R.R. Co / March 31st 1864”. A substantial show of appreciation on behalf of the St Louis, Alton & Terre Haute Railroad to Griswold, who was a prominent Indiana lawyer and investor. Leafing scroll surround. At top and bottom are trains chugging along in opposite directions.

Maker’s stamp. Very good condition with nice patina.

Overall dimensions: H 3 3/8 x W 26 1/2 x D 16 1/8 in. Heavy weight: 108 troy ounces. #CB468

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1860
Styles / Movements:	Classical, Traditional, Victorian
Dealer Reference #:	CB468
Incollect Reference #:	790518

Dimensions

W.	26.5 in;	H.	3.375 in;	D.	16.125 in;
W.	67.31 cm;	H.	8.57 cm;	D.	40.96 cm;

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