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Set of 4 Gorham Sterling Silver Open Salts in Classical Aurora Pattern

Creator: Gorham Manufacturing Co.
Offered by: Nelson and Nelson Antiques

Description
Set of 4 Aurora sterling silver open salts. Made by Gorham in Providence, 1873-74. Each: Each oval with straight sides; four leafing-scroll supports. Cast frieze depicting galloping horses and chubby cherubs; stippled ground and beaded and leaf-and-dart borders. Early pieces in this pattern, which was first produced in 1870. Fully marked including maker’s stamp and no. 1170; two have date letters F (1873) and two G (1874). Very good condition.

Dimensions: H 2 x W 3 x D 2 1/4 in. Total weight: 13 troy ounces. #CC407

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Period:	19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Classical, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	CC407
Incollect Reference #:	830732

Dimensions

W.	3 in;	H.	2 in;	D.	2.25 in;
W.	7.62 cm;	H.	5.08 cm;	D.	5.72 cm;

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