Hester Bateman
Salver
1784
Physical Qualities
Silver, sterling standard, 1 5/8 x 12 1/8 in. (4.1 x 30.8 cm.)
Credit Line
Bequest of D. Sterett Gittings
Object Number
1949.67
3 ball and claw feet, bead work trim.
Inscribed: Engraved initials: JDS, for John and Deborah Sterrett of Baltimore, surmounted by the Ridgely crest (Mrs. Sterrett was a 'Ridgely').
Markings: Stamped on underside: "HB", "k", lion, lion with crown, male profile