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Gorham Sterling & Crystal Serving Bowl c. 1900

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:25.00 USD Estimated At:350.00 - 700.00 USD
Gorham Sterling & Crystal Serving Bowl c. 1900
Offered in this lot we have a Gorham sterling silver and cut crystal decorated serving bowl originating from the early 1900's. This piece was made by Gorham Manufacturing Company, one of the largest silver plate and sterling silver makers in America. Gorham was the largest silver manufacturing companies in America and operated for over 100 years till it was bought out in 1967. The bowl shows a cut crystal base with a rim of decorative sterling silver around the top. The crystal displays a wonderful set of geometric patterns cut into the exterior of the crystal. The sterling silver is set onto the top rim of the piece with embossed vine patterns and geometric shapes cut into the silver. The silver is marked "Sterling S 2553" with markings of a lion, anchor, G, and a trident. The piece shows good condition overall with some minor wear and warm patina across the silver. The bowl measures 9 1/2" in diameter and 2 1/8" tall.