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Silver Platters & Trays

Whether one is serving caviar at a black-tie dinner or tea to friends, silver platters & trays are sure to impress. Silver platters and trays come in a variety of styles from the ornate to the unadorned. Some of the most celebrated producers of platters and trays include Tiffany & Co., Reed & Barton, and Dominick & Haff.

19th century British and American silver platters often feature floral and elaborate geometric patterns. Modernist designs such as those created by Scandinavian designer Georg Jensen boast cleaner and more simple lines.

While there are plenty of excellent contemporary silver platters and trays, the warm patina of vintage and antique examples can be especially enrapturing. A great silver patina suggests the platter was cherished and enjoyed over many generations. These antique finds also suggest the charm of a bygone era in which even a lowly bowl of soup was served on a beautiful receptacle.


Quick Facts

  • In January 2015, Skinner Auctioneers sold two Francis I trays, each scarcely over 11 inches, for more than $900
  • In 2005, Christie’s in Sydney, Australia sold a six-inch diameter George II sterling tray for more than $600, a testament to the demand for sterling platters and trays even at such a diminutive size
  • The Georgian period (1714-1830) is considered the Golden Age of platters and trays. Examples remain among the most desired objects by sterling collectors

Recommended Items at Auction

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A Collection of WMF Silver Plate Galleried Trays with Ceramic Interior
Feb 23, 11:00 AM AEDT
A Collection of WMF Silver Plate Galleried Trays with Ceramic Interior
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD80- AUD120
AUD705 Bids
SILVER-PLATE PLATTER AND COVER
Feb 25, 6:00 PM PST
SILVER-PLATE PLATTER AND COVER
by O'Gallerie
Est: $500- $700
$2501 Bid
Barbour International Silverplate Two Handle Serving Tray L: 26 in. (66 cm.)
Feb 18, 10:00 AM EST
Barbour International Silverplate Two Handle Serving Tray L: 26 in. (66 cm.)
by Weschler's
Est: $40- $60
$201 Bid
Collection of Assorted Silverplate Trays and other Table Articles
Feb 18, 10:00 AM EST
Collection of Assorted Silverplate Trays and other Table Articles
by Weschler's
Est: $30- $50
$151 Bid
French Silver Plated Plateau
Feb 25, 11:00 AM EST
French Silver Plated Plateau
by Akiba Galleries
Est: $100- $1,000
$501 Bid
Collection Of English Silverplate Salvers And Trays
Feb 18, 10:00 AM EST
Collection Of English Silverplate Salvers And Trays
by Weschler's
Est: $40- $60
$201 Bid
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ETCHED SILVERPLATE TRAY WITH A QUANTITY OF STRACHAN SILVERPLATE PLACEMATS
Feb 20, 9:00 AM AEST
ETCHED SILVERPLATE TRAY WITH A QUANTITY OF STRACHAN SILVERPLATE PLACEMATS
by Albion Antique Auction Centre
Est: AUD10- AUD40
AUD101 Bid
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Large Vintage Silver Plated Tray
Feb 21, 11:00 AM PST
Large Vintage Silver Plated Tray
by Wealthier Art & Auction
Est: $40- $50
$50 Bids
Silver and crystal appetizer tray
Feb 19, 3:00 PM CET
Silver and crystal appetizer tray
by Finarte
Est: €50- €100
€100 Bids
4 pieces of silver-plated table accessories: oval tray
Feb 22, 11:00 AM CET
4 pieces of silver-plated table accessories: oval tray
by Henry's Auktionshaus
Est: €250- €500
€2400 Bids
2 Wilton Armetale Brand Silver Tone Serving Trays
Feb 20, 12:00 PM EST
2 Wilton Armetale Brand Silver Tone Serving Trays
by Greenwich Auction
Est: $200- $300
$800 Bids
Italian Art déco silver and ivory tray
Feb 25, 4:00 PM CET
Italian Art déco silver and ivory tray
by Bertolami Fine Art s.r.l.
Est: €1,500- €2,500
€8000 Bids
Large Leonard Silverplate Footed Serving Tray dual handles 26 inches
Feb 23, 10:00 AM PST
Large Leonard Silverplate Footed Serving Tray dual handles 26 inches
by Carnegie's Auction Gallery
Est: $150- $200
$900 Bids
Argenterie Lot de deux plateaux ovales de style Louis XV en argent c
Feb 18, 6:30 PM CET
Argenterie Lot de deux plateaux ovales de style Louis XV en argent c
by Vanderkindere
Est: €1,000- €1,500
€8000 Bids
Argenterie Lot de trois plateaux de chantournés de style Louis XVI c
Feb 19, 6:30 PM CET
Argenterie Lot de trois plateaux de chantournés de style Louis XVI c
by Vanderkindere
Est: €1,000- €1,500
€8000 Bids
Pair of Spanish silver salvers, 916 grade, 20th century
Feb 26, 5:00 PM CET
Pair of Spanish silver salvers, 916 grade, 20th century
by Ansorena
Est: €1,005- €1,340
€6500 Bids
Spanish silver salver, grade 916, 20th century
Feb 26, 5:00 PM CET
Spanish silver salver, grade 916, 20th century
by Ansorena
Est: €645- €860
€4200 Bids
Set of two Spanish silver salvers, 916 grade, 20th century
Feb 26, 5:00 PM CET
Set of two Spanish silver salvers, 916 grade, 20th century
by Ansorena
Est: €300- €400
€2000 Bids
COVILHETE LOBULADO
Feb 18, 6:00 PM WET
COVILHETE LOBULADO
by Renascimento
Est: €100- €150
€1000 Bids
SALVA DE GRADINHA
Feb 18, 6:00 PM WET
SALVA DE GRADINHA
by Renascimento
Est: €400- €600
€4000 Bids
Hallmarked silver salver, Spain, 20th century
Feb 26, 5:00 PM CET
Hallmarked silver salver, Spain, 20th century
by Ansorena
Est: €375- €500
€2400 Bids

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