A large Edwardian silver presentation salver

by Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co Ltd, London, 1902, with a forest scene border depicting lions, goats, wild boars and birds, surrounded by scrolling foliage and grape vines, encompassing an armorial featuring a central shield with a ship, enclosed by a dragon and unicorn, with the Latin motto 'Animo Et Fide', which translates to ‘with courage and faith’, verso, 'Presented to Baron Essendon by his Colleagues at Furness House on the occasion of his elevation to the Peerage, June 1932. A token of their high esteem and affection’. Diameter 70cm, approximate weight 8000g (260ozt), Sir Frederick Lewis (1870-1944) was the 1st Baron Essendon, director of Furness Withy & Co, Hartlepool, and later Chairman of Royal Mail, Lincolnshire. He was instrumental in developing a system of sea water distillers. Chairman of Royal Mail, Lincolnshire. He, was instrumental in developing a system of sea water distillers. Please register to request a condition report

Estimación:€8,401.95

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