Antique George V Sterling Silver Circular Salver Sheffield 1918 Asprey

An antique sterling silver circular salver manufactured in 1918 by the luxury retailer and silversmith Asprey & Co Ltd in Sheffield, England. The piece features a plain, sunken central well with a polished reflective finish, providing a surface devoid of any engravings, monograms, or chased decorations. The raised border is ornamented with an applied cast gadroon rim, a decorative element consisting of a series of repeating slanted ridges that follow the undulating scalloped silhouette of the tray.The salver is made from sterling silver and maintains a symmetrical, lobed profile. It is supported by three cast ball and claw feet, a traditional furniture-inspired motif featuring a bird's talon gripping a sphere, providing elevated stability. Struck onto the metal are four distinct British hallmarks: the maker’s mark "A & Co Ltd" for Asprey & Co Ltd, the Sheffield crown town mark, the lion passant standard mark certifying sterling silver purity (92.5%), and the lowercase date letter "a" corresponding to the year 1918. This piece represents the high-quality craftsmanship associated with the Asprey brand during the George V period. Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

H: 2 x W: 25 cm & 540 grams