https://collections.mcny.org/Collection/Presentation Tea Tray-2F3XC58JYXB6.html Larger image63.146.1James Dixon & SonsPresentation Tea TrayDate:1855Silver-plated oval tea tray, part of a five piece hot-beverage service, edged with beading that continues around spool handles, sides splayed and pierced, upper surface engraved with concentric bands of Greek key, and stylized S-scroll ornament creating reserve for inscription. Inscription: Engraved on obverse: PRESENTED / TO / Noah L. Farnham / BY / the Active and Honorary members of / MUTUAL / HOOK and Ladder Co. / No. 1 / NEW-YORK, May 7th / 1855. Mark: Attached to tray is plaquette with oval shield supported by lion and unicorn beneath legend: JAMES DIXON & SONS / SHEFFIELD. Engraved on one handle: [crown] / BV / I 99.coffee servicetea servicetraysilver (metal)silver plateL: 29 3/4 in. W: 20 in.Other views:View AllFile dimensions:5500px × 5500pxSelect usageWhat Type of Order?Add to lightboxKeywords:New York (N.Y.)Sheffield (England)view related galleriesSilver Collection