Overview
A substantial silver-plated service tray featuring a heavy applied 'Vintage' border of grapes and vine leaves with a hand-chased floral and scrollwork center.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Silver-Plated 'Vintage' Pattern Chased Tray, c. 1950s
Photo reference
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Story
Post-war dinner parties in the 1950s were not merely meals; they were carefully choreographed performances of domestic success.
Maker / Origin
While the specific mark is partially obscured, the catalog numbering is highly consistent with the Sheridan Silver Co. of Taunton, Massachusetts, or the International Silver Company.
Condition & Value
The tray shows significant surface scratching and 'swirls' from years of polishing, which is expected. As a silver-plated piece rather than solid sterling, the value is driven by its decorative appeal and the popularity of the 'Vintage' grape pattern.
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