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A Brief Description of NEW-YORK: Formerly Called New-Netherlands..
Date:
1670
Object Number:
LIB.Y.1670.Den
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Butter knife
Object Number:
1942.110r
Date:
1913
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 7 3/8 x 1 1/8 x 1 in. ( 18.7 x 2.9 x 2.5 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "S" in gothic script
stamped: on the underside of the handle: Native-American bust conforming, "STERLING" in a scrolled cartouche
Description:
Silver butter knife with a slightly upturned pointed handle with a chamfered border, threaded shield reserve engraved, "S" in gothic script with embossed laurel garland around on the front and a full midrib on the underside; flat blade, curved on one side and scalloped on the other, with an arched drop; maker's marks stamped on the underside of the handle.
Gallery Label:
This silver service was presented to William Sulzer (1863-1941), the former governor of New York State, by his Congressional District on his 50th birthday in 1913.
Credit Line:
Purchase
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
