Tray - Austria-Hungary - Massive Antique .800 Solid Silver- Hand-Forged with Unique Snake Handles - Circa - Silver

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Austro-Hungarian Empire silver serving tray, circa 1836, made of .800 solid silver, hand-forged with snake handles, measuring 57 cm overall (tray body 45 cm) by 37 cm and weighing 1,790 g in excellent condition.

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A grand and heavy rectangular serving tray, masterfully hand-forged in the Austro-Hungarian Empire circa 1836. This remarkable piece is crafted from .800 solid silver and is distinguished by its unique, artistic snake-shaped handles, which add a dramatic and sophisticated flair to its classical form.

With a significant weight of nearly 1.8 kilograms, this tray serves as a superb example of early-to-mid 19th-century silversmithing. It is both an functional serving piece and a substantial investment-grade antique.

Key Specifications:
Origin: Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Date: Circa 1836.

Material: .800 Solid Silver.

Dimensions:

Length (with handles): 57 cm.

Length (tray body): 45cm.

Width: 37 cm.

Net Silver Weight: 1,790 grams.

Hallmarks & Authentication
The authenticity and period origin of this tray are confirmed by the historical assay marks

Condition Remarks
This tray is in very good antique condition. It has been preserved with care and exhibits the expected character of a pre-owned, hand-forged silver item from the early 19th century. The structural integrity is excellent, and the hand-finished details remain sharp.

A grand and heavy rectangular serving tray, masterfully hand-forged in the Austro-Hungarian Empire circa 1836. This remarkable piece is crafted from .800 solid silver and is distinguished by its unique, artistic snake-shaped handles, which add a dramatic and sophisticated flair to its classical form.

With a significant weight of nearly 1.8 kilograms, this tray serves as a superb example of early-to-mid 19th-century silversmithing. It is both an functional serving piece and a substantial investment-grade antique.

Key Specifications:
Origin: Austro-Hungarian Empire.

Date: Circa 1836.

Material: .800 Solid Silver.

Dimensions:

Length (with handles): 57 cm.

Length (tray body): 45cm.

Width: 37 cm.

Net Silver Weight: 1,790 grams.

Hallmarks & Authentication
The authenticity and period origin of this tray are confirmed by the historical assay marks

Condition Remarks
This tray is in very good antique condition. It has been preserved with care and exhibits the expected character of a pre-owned, hand-forged silver item from the early 19th century. The structural integrity is excellent, and the hand-finished details remain sharp.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Empire
Gross weight
1790 g
Specific region of origin
Austro-Hungarian Empire.
Number of objects
1
Material
Silver
Model
Austria-Hungary - Massive Antique .800 Solid Silver- Hand-Forged with Unique Snake Handles - Circa
Country of origin
Austria
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
5 cm
Width
37 cm
Depth
57 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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Objects sold
100%
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