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Object Name
Dish
Object Number
1978-24-9
Description
Battersea, enamel on copper dish. Oval reticulated basket-style dish, white with polychrome decoration. Diamond pierced sides, gilt scalloped rim, polychrome florals in dies, and three playing cards on the bottom of inside, the ace of spades, ace of clubs and seven of hearts. Factory "R" in circle and crown, stamped in red on ace of spades.
Comment
A memento dish. The cards represent a nice example of a pastime or amusement.
Category
Tools and Equipment for Materials
Date Made
ca. 1810
Dimensions
4" L x 3" W x 1 1/8" H
Materials
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