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19th Century Victorian Silver Plated Shakespeare Charger, Elkington c.1850

$2,309.48
£1,695
€1,968.41
CA$3,179.29
A$3,475.59
CHF 1,838.74
MX$41,591.02
NOK 23,395.37
SEK 21,416.10
DKK 14,702.84

About the Item

Antique mid 19th Century Victorian electroplated charger, featuring a depiction of William Shakespeare, Born 23 April 1561 - Died 23 April 1616. The charger is of a notably large size, with elaborately embossed border adorned with scenes from Shakespears renowned palys and sonets encircling the frame. Stamped on the reverse Elkington Mason Co, Publishers. Elkington was founded by George Richards Elkington and his cousin, Henry Elkington, in the 1830's. It operated under the name G. R. Elkington Co. until 1842, when a third partner, Josiah Mason, joined the firm. It operated as Elkington, Mason, Co. until 1861, when the partnership with Mason was terminated. CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Diameter: 49 cm // 19.29 in Depth: 3.5 cm // 1.38 in Total Weight: 1915 g // 67.56 oz
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 19.3 in (49 cm)Width: 19.3 in (49 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A102681stDibs: LU1348239517042

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