On Display: House - Silver Alcove

Stand (Basin)

William Wilson & Son

1857-1863

Category

Metals

Creator (Role)

William Wilson & Son (Manufacturer)

Place of Origin

Philadelphia; Pennsylvania; Philadelphia; Mid-Atlantic; United States; North America

Date

1857-1863

Mark/Signature/Inscription/Label

Type: Mark

Location: Underside

Inscription: "W\M WILSON & SON" incuse, stamped

Type: Mark

Location: Underside

Inscription: "STERLING" stamped incuse

Type: Inscription

Location: Underside

Inscription: "70574" scratched or engraved

Type: Inscription

Location: Surface, in center

Inscription: "AUT VINCERE AUT MORI" engraved in belted border

Mark/Signature: Yes

Materials

Techniques

Dimensions (inches)

1 (H) x 12 (Diam)

Dimensions (centimeters)

2.54 (H) x 30.48 (Diam)

Measurement Notes

Combined weight with pitcher: 120 oz. or 3732 grams.

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