Antique English Silver Plate Menu Card Holders, James Dixon & Son Sheffield, C 1940, Sold Individually

About This Piece

A silver plate menu card holder, round in form with reeded and cross-banded design on the edges, c. 1940, by James Dixon & Son, Sheffield. Generously sized with good weight. Most likely produced for a branch of the English military. Six are available and sold individually — please indicate the quantity desired at checkout.

James Dixon & Son was originally founded in Sheffield in 1806 and is well known for sporting goods, whistles, and tea sets. The company produced the Hales Trophy (commissioned 1932) and the American Masters Golf Tournament trophy (made in the late 1950s).

Hallmarks & Provenance

English silver plate. Marked for James Dixon & Son, including the trumpet and banner mark. Sheffield, c. 1940.

Details & Dimensions

• Origin: Sheffield, England
• Date: c. 1940
• Maker: James Dixon & Son, Sheffield (founded 1806)
• Material: Silver plate
• Form: Round with reeded and cross-banded edges
• Height: 2⅞"
• Base: 2¼" × 1⅞" depth
• Availability: Up to 6 available, sold individually
• Item ID: 091067

Condition

Overall very good. Each holder has surface scratches and a small ding in accordance with age and use.

Shipping & Handling

• Ships next business day via USPS Priority Mail
• Complimentary shipping within the US
• Reduced International Rates available