Decorative tray - Portugal - 19th century






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19th century Portuguese silver card tray (bilheteira) from Guimarães, circular with a beaded inner and outer border, three shaped feet, weight 481 g, diameter 25.5 cm, hallmarked with the Guimarães crown and made in .800 silver; in good antique condition with age-related wear.
Description from the seller
19th Century Portuguese Silver Card Tray – Guimarães Crown Hallmark
Elegant 19th century Portuguese silver card tray (bilheteira), also suitable as a decorative salver. The piece features a refined circular form with a beaded border and stands on three shaped feet, giving it a graceful and elevated profile.
The surface is delicately engraved with a subtle decorative motif along the inner rim, while the outer edge is finished with a classic beaded (pearl) border. The underside bears the Guimarães crown hallmark, confirming Portuguese origin and dating to the 19th century.
The tray presents an attractive antique patina consistent with age. Light wear and surface marks are visible, in line with normal use over time, but overall the piece remains in good antique condition.
Specifications:
Material: Silver
Origin: Portugal – Guimarães
Hallmark: Guimarães crown mark
Period: 19th century
Form: Circular tray / card tray (bilheteira)
Feet: Three shaped feet
Dimension: 25.5cm
Weight: 481g
Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear
Seller's Story
19th Century Portuguese Silver Card Tray – Guimarães Crown Hallmark
Elegant 19th century Portuguese silver card tray (bilheteira), also suitable as a decorative salver. The piece features a refined circular form with a beaded border and stands on three shaped feet, giving it a graceful and elevated profile.
The surface is delicately engraved with a subtle decorative motif along the inner rim, while the outer edge is finished with a classic beaded (pearl) border. The underside bears the Guimarães crown hallmark, confirming Portuguese origin and dating to the 19th century.
The tray presents an attractive antique patina consistent with age. Light wear and surface marks are visible, in line with normal use over time, but overall the piece remains in good antique condition.
Specifications:
Material: Silver
Origin: Portugal – Guimarães
Hallmark: Guimarães crown mark
Period: 19th century
Form: Circular tray / card tray (bilheteira)
Feet: Three shaped feet
Dimension: 25.5cm
Weight: 481g
Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear
