American repousse sterling silver open salt made by the Gorham company (and retailed by their 5th Avenue, New York store, merged with Black Starr and Frost in the 1920''s). 2 3/4inches accross; 1 3/4inches high. 4 raised, moulded shell shapes at the join of the arching legs ending in hooved paw feet. The legs separate the round pot into 4 sections, each with flowers and leaves. Rim consists of a pretty, delicate pattern of alternating shells/rounded fans. Original cobalt blue liner. Marked underneath: THOMAS B STARR NEW YORK and the Gorham marks (lion, anchor, G) STERLING A2150. Mint condition. No damage of any sort to silver or liner. Please note: I have another identical salt with a transparent, replaced liner. Please enquire. Status: For Sale Reference#: 980 Condition: See Description Year: See Description Title: GORHAM REPOUSSE SILVER OPEN SALT COBALT LINER

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