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Novelty Sterling Silver Rowing Boat Dish American C1920 Wallace Sailing
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Novelty Sterling Silver Rowing Boat Dish American C1920 Wallace Sailing

1900 - 1920
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A very pretty American solid sterling silver dish. It is hallmarked STERLING WALLACE. I would date it to c1920-1940. It has an unusual design being in the form of a rowing boat. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 4.5 inches (11.5cm) long by 2.5 inches (6.5cms) across and weighs 31 grams. A very pretty and unusual piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Sterling Silver Boat Dish to the 1920s.

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A very pretty American solid sterling silver dish. It is hallmarked STERLING WALLACE. I would date it to c1920-1940. It has an unusual design being in the form of a rowing boat. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 4.5 inches (11.5cm) long by 2.5 inches (6.5cms) across and weighs 31 grams. A very pretty and unusual piece.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Sterling Silver Boat Dish to the 1920s.

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A sterling silver novelty dish shaped like a rowing boat with stepped clinker-built sides.
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Archive I A sterling silver novelty dish shaped like a rowing boat with stepped clinker-built sides.

Novelty Sterling Silver Rowing Boat Dish American C1920 Wallace Sailing

Archive II A sterling silver novelty dish shaped like a rowing boat with stepped clinker-built sides. View II
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A sterling silver novelty dish shaped like a rowing boat with stepped clinker-built sides.
NOVELTY STERLING SILVER ROWING BOAT DISH AMERICAN c1920 WALLACE SAILING
Ref: SA1226183
A sterling silver novelty dish shaped like a rowing boat with stepped clinker-built sides.
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  • ObjectSilver Dishes
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Deco
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsClinker hull design, Boat shape, Stepped rim

This novelty American sterling silver dish dates to the 1920 period in an Art Deco style, shaped as a rowing boat with a clinker hull design and a stepped rim in a bright silver colour with a polished finish. The piece shows horizontal raised mouldings along the interior walls mimicking wooden planks, pointed ends at the bow and stern, and an oval central base with faint surface scratches indicating age. It measures 11.5 cm long by 6.5 cm across. Such a decorative dish suits placement on a sideboard top in a coastal retreat interior, serving as a small catchall tray for rings, cufflinks, or trinkets. The compact proportions allow it to fit neatly on a dressing table, hallway console, or desk surface for everyday use.

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Novelty silver refers to functional silver items designed in representational or whimsical forms, such as animals, vehicles, or everyday objects. The style gained popularity during the late 19th century and continued through the early 20th century as manufacturers produced distinctive items for dining tables and dressing tables.

American sterling silver from this era consists of 92.5 percent pure silver alloyed with copper for strength. Items were formed using die-stamping, casting, or hand-repousse techniques, followed by hand-polishing to achieve a refined reflective surface.

Authentic pieces feature official hallmarks, typically including the word STERLING or 0.925, alongside maker hallmarks such as the stag head or initial stamps used by established manufacturers like R. Wallace & Sons.

Small silver trays and dishes can be displayed on a sideboard, desk, or bedside table to hold keys, rings, or desk accessories. The metallic reflective finish pairs well with natural timber, stone surfaces, or contemporary glass.

Clean silver using a soft microfiber cloth and specialized silver polish to remove oxidisation. Avoid harsh abrasive chemicals and store pieces in low-humidity environments or anti-tarnish cloth bags when not in use.
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