Silver candy dish, Amsterdam, 19th century

Silver candy or almond dish on four claw feet and with hinged carrying eyes. The openwork contoured rim features scroll and leaf motifs.

Hallmarked with the city mark of Amsterdam, the year letter Z and an unknown maker's mark. These are pseudo hallmarks (Citroen #429 and #387) to give the dish an older appearance.

In the 19th century, there was great demand, especially from England, for antique silver. This was how the demand was met. It is still real silver and these items have now become antiques again.

Weight: 108.3 grams. Dimensions: 5 x 9.5 x 11 cm.