January 2, 2024
Vintage Meriden Britannia Company Nickel Silver Basket
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This auction is for a Meriden Britannia Co. Footed Nickel Silver Basket w/ Handle. It stands 7 1/2" tall from bottom of feet to the top of the handle, is 7" wide measured from base of handle to base of handle and is 8" long. It has intricately detailed cut-outs, etchings and beautifully detailed "feet". This is a gorgeous vintage item in great condition! (Although it will probably need a bit of cleaning.) In the close up pic you will see the backstamp. T is also a number 0657 and the words "Nickel Silver W. M. Mounts". This piece was manufactured by The Meriden Britannia Company, which was formed in 1852 in Meriden , Connecticut . The Rogers Bros firm was purchased by Meriden Britannia in 1862, tby acquiring the 1847 Rogers Bros line. In 1878, they had a store at Union Square in New York City and a manufacturing facility in West Meriden , CT. According to their 1878 catalogue, the company won a first place medal at the 1876 Centennial Exhibition in Philadelphia , Pennsylvania for the "large variety of silver plated white metal hollow ware, of excellent quality and finish, and of tasteful designs." They were one of the original companies that joined together to form the International Silver Co. in 1898.
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