Oneida Silver-Plated Creamer or Sugar Bowl

This item is a small table service vessel, likely a creamer or open sugar bowl, featuring a bulbous body and a decorative fluted or gadrooned rim. It is constructed from a base metal, likely copper or brass, which has been silver-plated. The exterior displays a reflective metallic finish with significant surface wear and oxidation. On the underside, there is a clear manufacturer's mark for Oneida, a well-known American producer of tableware. The mark appears to be the 'Oneida Ltd' stamp, which suggests a mid-20th-century origin, likely between 1940 and 1970. The piece shows notable condition issues, including heavy tarnish, surface scratches, and 'plate loss' where the silver coating has worn away to reveal the darker base metal beneath, particularly along the edges and base. A small handle or attachment point is visible on the left side, exhibiting a simple scrolled or looped design. The craftsmanship is indicative of mass-produced commercial hollowware rather than handcrafted sterling silver, making it a functional yet decorative piece of vintage Americana. The patina is uneven, with dark spots and a yellowish tint common in aged silver plate that has not been recently polished.