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A George III Silver Card Tray
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A George III Silver Card Tray

18th century
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Hallmarked silver London 1774 card tray gadroon and shell border , Victorian chasing to the centre on three stepped hoof feet.

17cm diameter

2.5 cm high

Approx 229g

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Highmeads Antiques has dated this George III Silver Salver to the Georgian era.

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Description
Hallmarked silver London 1774 card tray gadroon and shell border , Victorian chasing to the centre on three stepped hoof feet.

17cm diameter

2.5 cm high

Approx 229g

Please email for shipping costs

Date of Manufacture

Highmeads Antiques has dated this George III Silver Salver to the Georgian era.

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A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface.
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Archive I A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface.

A George III Silver Card Tray

Archive II A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface. View II
Archive III A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface. View III
Archive IV A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface. View IV
Archive V A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface. View V
Archive VI A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface. View VI
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A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface.
A George III silver card tray
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A circular George III sterling silver card tray featuring a shell and scroll cast rim with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation on the flat surface.
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  • ObjectSilver Salver
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsShell border, foliate engraving, rococo scrolls, bracket feet

This George III sterling silver card tray presents a circular form with a gadroon and shell border, paired with intricate hand-engraved foliate ornamentation and rococo scrolls across the flat surface. Victorian chasing adorns the centre, creating a layered antique finish in reflective silver tones against a vibrant red background. The tray stands upon three stepped hoof feet, featuring cast elements along the raised rim and subtle surface wear typical of age. Measuring 17 cm in diameter and 2.5 cm high, this piece sits on a textured fabric surface. Traditional silver salvers of this period serve as elegant decorative accessories in a traditional home interior. Placed atop a sideboard, a console table, or a desk in a living room, dining room, or hallway, this tray provides a refined surface for holding small daily items, calling cards, or pocket contents. The compact proportions allow for versatile placement in both formal reception rooms and cozy studies, adding a touch of heritage style to interior styling schemes.

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During the Georgian era, card trays, also referred to as waiters or small salvers, were utilised in formal households to receive and present visiting cards, letters, or small drinks to guests.

George III salvers were typically crafted from sterling silver using hand-hammering techniques, adorned with hand-chased or engraved rococo ornament, cast shell-and-scroll rims, and mounted on short feet.

Authentic pieces feature official British hallmark stamps indicating silver purity, city assay office mark, date letter, and makers mark, along with genuine period surface wear and hand-engraved detailing.

A small silver waiter can be positioned on a hall console, sideboard, or bedside table to hold keys, fine jewellery, or decorative accessories, introducing a subtle metallic surface accent.

Care for antique silver involves gentle polishing with a soft microfibre cloth and specialised silver cream, avoiding abrasive compounds that could erode light surface engraving or silver hallmarks.
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