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Tray, Candlesnuffer

Object Name:
Tray, Candlesnuffer
Object ID:
1938.008.12.1
Date:
1820-1840
Description:
Snuffer Tray, given along with an unmatched scissor-type snuffer (1938.008.12.1-.2). Sheffield silver plated. Rectangular form with small projections on each end. Base of tray is rectangular; sides flair upward and outward. Decorative rim has diagonal raised lines. Center of each end has scrolled projection. No maker's mark visible. Scratched inscription on bottom of tray: "Cost $ [anes] / $____", in script lettering. Adhesive tape label on bottom of tray with handwritten inscription, "Mrs. Jewell / 1938".
Material:
Metal
Silver
Dimensions:
H-1 W-3.875 L-9.5 inches
Provenance:
From the silver collection of Margaret Jewell.
Credit Line:
Gift of Margaret H. Jewell
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