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James W. Tufts ~ Double Inkwell platter ~

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By ihelpuown, 8 August, 2012
Description

I have a James W. Tufts ~ Boston Guaranteed ~ Quadruple Plate ~ 2859

Silver tray 9" long by 4" at it's widest point (measurements are done with ruler, Approx but real close)

Scroll motif around edging with what looks like a orchid (?) centered on both sides. 

2 Brackets for pen is attached and does not appear to have been reattached at any time. 

4 Raised tapered corners 1/2" at the highest point sit at both ends to hold the crystal inkwell.

Centered between the two sit a raised dias (1-1/2") where a open shell (1-1/2" x 2" open 1/1/4") sits that holds the envelopes (?)

Bottom has the mark listed above  and has 4 ball feet approx 1/2" high.

Each crystal inkwell measures 1-3/4" x 1-3/4"x 1-1/2.

Lids for inkwells are VERY heavy with beautiful design on top. (wish I knew what the patterns are) They are each topped with a domed top finial that have beaded edges.

 

I bought this at an Estate Sale in Chattanooga, TN.  This is the best that I can describe this.

 

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
Quadruple plate Silver
Distinguishing marks
James W. Tufts Boston Guaranteed Quadruple plate
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
9 x 4 x 4
Date Period
1875 to 1895
Weight
no way of weighing
History
Bought at Estate Sale
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
noneyo
For Sale?
Yes
Photos
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Lovejoy

12 years 10 months ago

Re: James W. Tufts ~ Double Inkwell platter ~

A great looking set, but no huge value for the silver plated examples. We generally see comparables go at auction in the $150.00- $225.00 range. Here's a link for you:

http://www.liveauctioneers.com/search?q=silverplate+inkwell&hasimage=tr…

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