Platter
Object number2015.22.1578
Artist
Frank M. Whiting & Company
Date1951
MediumSterling silver
Credit LineThe Elaine B. and Carl Krasik Collection of Pennsylvania and Presidential Political Memorabilia
DescriptionCommorative silver plate. Swirled and floral design decorates outside edge. Inscription and maker's mark on back.DimensionsDiameter x Depth: 11 × 0.5 in. (27.9 × 1.3 cm)InscriptionsInscription in center on back: "To / Governor and Mrs. Duff / in sincere appreciation / from / Members of his Cabinet / 1951"
MarksMark in top center section: "HAND CHASED / STERLING / BY / FRANK M. WHITING / & COMPANY / 71[76] / CHAMPLAIN"
Historical NotesBased on the inscription, this sterling silver plate was given to Governor James H. Duff by members of his cabinet in 1951, when his term as governor ended. He would serve as U.S. Senator from Pennsylvania after his term of governor.
Related person
James H. Duff
Related person
Jean Kerr Taylor Duff
On View
Not on view
1960-1965
c. 1901
