Available for purchase is this very large specimen of Sheffield plate. The large deep basket is elevated on a raised base, and has wonderful simplistic scalloped edges typical of the era. The dish is complimented with a large high set twisted ornate handle.

Sheffield plate was introduced in 1743 by plating layers of silver and copper. This piece looks to date 1770-1790 from the the technique in the edges which were folded over to help hide the layers, known as 'double sandwich form'. Evidence of the copper bleeding through inside the dish can be seen, helping to authenticate the age of the piece.

True Sheffield plate is becoming harder to find, while simultaneously becoming more of a collectable interest - some even out valuing their solid silver counterparts.

No makers mark to the underside
Measures 35cm long x 26cm wide x 9.5cm high on the dish ends, 24cm high to the raised handle
Weight 788 grams