The first an oval dish with mark of Andrew Ellicott Warner (Baltimore, MD), circa 1830, with period bright-cut engraved monogram REC (7.5 x 4 7/8 in.) (several dents to well); the second a master salt with mark of Peter L. Krider (Philadelphia, PA) (active 1850-1860), raised on trefid feet, no monogram (1.5 x 3 x 2.25 in.) (several minor dents).

5.8 total troy oz.

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.