A good quality piece of english silver-plate, this handled basket with decorations of vines and grapes, both cast and engraved. It was made by Roberts & Slater of Sheffield. In good condition. It has a nice Australian inscription (Bannockburn is a town in Victoria) from 1855:
Presented to
John Davidson Esq
By the Hearse Association of
Bannockburn
as a small tribute for his Kind and
Efficient Professional Services.
May 1855
Stamped 'ROB/ERTS' (rubbed) '&' 'SLA/TER' 'MP'
It measures approximately 31cm in diameter.