Cropped from C2001-43: 1959-12,10 bottom - 1950-389,1 upper left - 1958-20,5 upper right

Plate

Date1754-1775

Maker Samuel Ellis II

MediumPewter

DimensionsDiam: 9 3/4"; W (rim): 1 1/2"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1950-389,2

DescriptionWavy edge plate, with 1/2" rim, the edge valanced in 5 sections and multiple reeded. Initials P & CM in wreath engraved on rim. Initials PS under base.Inscription(s)Owners' initials "M/PC" engraved within a rococo cartouche on each rim, and "P S" engraved on underside of each well.Mark(s)Touch mark the golden fleece framed by "SAMUEL" and "ELLIS" within outlined curved reserves above and below and flowers to either side, all within a vertical oval on underside of each well (Cotterell 1547).ProvenanceVendor: Carl Jacobs, The Old Lamp Post, Southwick, Massachusetts.