USA STERLING SILVER. 925 Francis I by Reed & Barton Bowl (Francis I pattern)
USA, AMERICAN STERLING SILVER. Reed & Barton “Francis I” pattern. FRUIT/ Cano PLATE / BOWL. Reed & Barton of Taunton, Mass. Began in 1824 as the partnership of Babbitt & Crossman. Isaac Babbitt and William Crossman began a small Brittania ware firm that went through several informations and almost collapsed, bat was saved by the work of 3 employees. By 1840, the Reed & Barton firm was established. Reed & Barton has produced more than 100 flatware patterns, including Francis I, which has been a popular pattern since its introduction in 1907. Weight 640,4 grams / 20.59 ozt,, Diameter 285 mm / 11,25in. H- 70 mm / 2,75 in.
