$3,173
Pewter Plate, Thomas Danforth II, Middletown, Connecticut, c. 1760-70, the round plate with smooth brim and hammered booge, marked with two lion in gateway touches, four small hallmarks, and "X" quality mark [Carl Jacobs 113], dia. 9 1/2 in. Note: "Very early work of Thomas Danforth II, Middletown Connecticut, c. 1760-70...The Thomas Danforth flat rim plate is one of the finest pieces of 18th century flatware I have ever had the pleasure of handling! - John Carl Thomas.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2004-06-06