Up immediate purchase is a spectacular work of American silver artistry: an authentic, investment-grade solid sterling silver pedestal centerpiece tazza manufactured by the world-renowned Gorham Manufacturing Company. Dating exactly to 1904, this beautiful turn-of-the-century luxury piece carries a significant intrinsic precious metal weight coupled with elite, highly collectible Edwardian-era craftsmanship. Detailed Specifications: • Maker: Gorham Manufacturing Co. (Providence, Rhode Island) • Purity: Solid Sterling Silver (.925 Fine) • Design/Model Number: 4734 A • Date Code: Authentic Gorham 1904 year stamp (represented by the stylized bell/hourglass motif beneath the model number) • Total Weight: 8.0 Ounces / 226 Grams (Translates to 7.29 Troy Ounces) • Design Elements: Breathtaking Art Nouveau style featuring deep, high-relief hand-chased floral repoussé borders, flowing scrollwork, and an undulating scalloped rim. A beautifully engraved vintage script monogram elegantly anchors the mirror-polished center well. • Hallmarks: Completely hallmarked on the base with the classic historical Gorham factory symbols: the right-facing Lion Passant, the Rhode Island Anchor, and the Old English script "G" next to "STERLING". Condition Notes: This heirloom piece is in excellent antique condition with a superb, rich natural patina that beautifully isolates and accentuates the depth of the high-relief repoussé artistry. Displays very light, completely normal surface micro-scratches consistent with a 122-year lifespan. It is completely free of sharp dents, deep gouges, splits, or structural damage. The pedestal foot stands perfectly level and square.
At a firm price point of $500, this centerpiece represents an extraordinary investment asset. The melting value of the raw silver mass alone constitutes the vast majority of the baseline price. This means you are acquiring a pristine, historical museum-quality masterpiece from America's premier silversmithing house for a remarkably low antique premium. Perfect as a high-end holiday statement centerpiece, an addition to a luxury silver collection, or a tangible, inflation-proof wealth asset.