Gorham American 1960 Gadroon Round Tray Pattern 345 In 925 Sterling Silver
Classic round tray designed by Gorham.
Beautiful vintage American piece from Gorham Company. A large Gadroon model round tray crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver, back in the 1960. Designed to be used for sandwiches with a round shaped body and scrolls twisted and braided band at the borders.
Weight: 267.5 Grams (171.47 Dwt) or 8.63 Ounces
Measurements: Diameter of 244 mm (9.6 Inches). Height of 1 Inch
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the silver assay mark, the model numbers mark 345 and signed, "GORHAM STERLING 345".
Gorham was merged up in 1831 when the firm of Jabez Gorham was joined by Henry L. Webster in the Gorham & Webster. In its history the firm assumed these names: Gorham & Webster (1831-1837), Gorham Webster & Price (1837.1841), J. Gorham & Son (1841-1850), Gorham & Thurber (1850-1852), Gorham & Company (1852-1865), Gorham Mfg. Company (1865-1961), Gorham Corp. (from 1961). The company moved into a new headquarters in Providence, RI in 1890 as employment surpassed 500, and in 1905 they opened a retail outlet on Fifth Avenue in New York City. Throughout the latter half of the 19th century and into the 20th, Gorham attracted some of the best designers and silver artisans in the world.
Their rapidly expanding business of doing one-of-a-kind pieces on commission for major world figures and events expanded their profile and introduced Gorham to an international clientele. Gorham continues to operate today reflecting the principles of its founders, and it signifies the best in American silverwork comparable to the best of Europe and the far east. Today, Gorham silver is perhaps best known for its silverware which it produces in hundreds of well known patterns including Chantilly, Strasbourg, Melrose, Fairfax, and Buttercup.
Note: With no monograms, dents, marks or previous repairs. It was recently polished.
Condition: The overall condition of this sandwich tray is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the sterling. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: D092122MTTF/7.930
