Antique Dish Parts Appraisal

Set of Three Antique Silver-Plated Butter Dish Bottoms

This lot consists of three distinct silver-plated bases, likely from antique butter dishes, each exhibiting unique design elements. The items are crafted from a reflective, silver-toned metal, presumably silver-plate over a base metal. All three pieces are rectangular or oblong in shape and feature raised decorative borders. The leftmost piece is a rectangular tray with a scalloped or fluted edge, giving it a shell-like appearance. It has a slightly discolored or tarnished interior, indicating age and use. The middle piece is also rectangular, featuring a prominent rope-twist pattern border and a central finial or knob, which would typically be part of a lid (now missing). This piece appears to be in relatively good condition, with some minor surface wear. The rightmost item is a smaller, more elongated rectangular base, characterized by a smooth, polished surface and a delicate, possibly floral or scrolled, embossed design on its short ends. It also shows signs of tarnishing and minor scratching consistent with age. None of the pieces appear to have their corresponding lids, suggesting they are either incomplete sets or individual trays. The craftsmanship on all three pieces suggests a period of manufacturing where decorative household items were common, likely late 19th to early 20th century. The visible condition issues primarily involve tarnishing, minor scratches, and light wear to the silver-plating, which is typical for items of this age and material. No explicit maker's marks or signatures are discernible from the provided image.