
A sensational set of eleven early 20th century Gorham sterling silver Terrapin Plates, custom order for J.E. Caldwell & Company of Philadelphia, circa 1908. Each plate with intricately chased rims of repoussed turtles, seashells and seaweed, the plates with vermeil centers and engraved crest of a lion bearing a torch. Chased by renowned chaser George Sauthof. With papers from Gorham Archives.
Gorham mark, Lion, Anchor, the letter G, and E over R over P.
Weight approx 9.5 t.oz each (Total 104.5 t.oz)
Ref: EPE1
Price: Please inquire
All pieces subject to prior sale
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