Inscribed "Ao Almirante J. Ballentine Oferta Da Marinha Portuguesa / Lisboa Maio 1950," .833 fineness, ornately hand-worked with sailing ship to center and architectural motifs and armorial shields radiating outwards.

18 in. diameter

39 troy oz.

From the Estate of Admiral John Jennings Ballentine (1896-1970)

This charger was presented to the Admiral when he served as Commander, Sixth Fleet in the Mediterranean.

$500 - 700