Chicago Metallic Giant Cookie Sandwich Cake Pan

This is a specialty bakeware item manufactured by Chicago Metallic, specifically designed to create one half of a giant sandwich cookie. The pan is circular in shape and features a distinctive high-relief decorative pattern on the interior base, intended to be embossed onto the finished cake or cookie. The design includes a scalloped scalloped edge, a border of five-petaled daisies alternating with squares, and the word 'COOKIE' prominently embossed in block letters within a central circle. This specific piece is crafted from heavy-gauge cast aluminum or carbon steel with a matte champagne or sand-colored non-stick coating. The manufacturer's stamp 'Chicago Metallic' is visible in small, sans-serif font beneath the central text circle. The pan appears to be in good used condition with minimal visible wear, though slight scuffing may be present on the raised decorative surfaces from storage or stackable contact. This style of novelty bakeware gained popularity in the early to mid-2000s for creating oversized, dessert-style replicas of classic sandwich cookies (like Oreos). The craftsmanship is characteristic of high-quality consumer kitchenware, featuring thick walls for even heat distribution and a durable, PFOA-free non-stick finish.