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Single Reed Plate

Dateca. 1793-1802

Maker Samuel Danforth

OriginAmerica, Connecticut, Norwich

MediumPewter

DimensionsDiameter: 8 5/16"; Height: 5/8"

Credit LineGift of Scott and Debra Duncan

Object number2022-229

DescriptionCircular pewter plate with a concave rim edged by a single bead and booged well surrounded by an incised circle.
MarkingsNORWICH within a banner over an acanthus sprig flanked by branches (Laughlin-352b) and SAMl. DANFORTH in relief against a matted ground in a rectangle with an embellished lower edge (Laughlin-358). Marks are worn and partially incomplete.
ProvenanceFormerly in the collection of Mr. & Mrs. Richard S. Quigley (as of 1969).