Overview
This is a classic American 'Gallery Tray,' characterized by its raised, decorative fence-like rim and an intricately chased surface.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Wm. Rogers Silver-Plated Pierced Gallery Tray, c. 1950s
Photo reference
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Story
The 'Eagle and Star' mark on the underside of this piece connects it to the legendary Rogers brothers, who revolutionized the American silver industry in the mid-1800s.
Maker / Origin
The Wm. Rogers name is one of the most famous in American silver history, dating back to 1841 before eventually becoming a premier brand under the International Silver Company conglomerate.
Condition & Value
The top surface retains a good amount of its silver plating with a nice patina, but the underside shows significant tarnish and 'bleeding' where the silver has worn away… Silver-plated items are valued for their decorative utility rather than their metal content.
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