RARE Huge Antique German 830 Solid Silver Serving Tray Wilkens Platter 42cm 1kg For Sale

Antique German 830 Solid Silver Serving Tray – Wilkens & Söhne (Pattern 5781)While smaller decorative dishes from this pattern occasionally appear on the market, this commandingly large 42 cm x 30 cm banquet-sized serving platter is a highly elusive collector's piece, with very few surviving examples of this scale known to exist online. Most have been melted down or exist in estates in Europe.Weighing in at over a full kilogram, this serving tray is sure to get some compliments at your next party. For sale is a beautiful, heavy-gauge antique continental silver serving tray crafted by the prestigious German silversmith firm M.H. Wilkens & Söhne (Bremen-Hemelingen). Featuring an elegant, classic silhouette, this mid-20th-century piece boasts substantial weight, exceptional craftsmanship, and clean historic hallmarks.An excellent addition for serious silver collectors, an investment-grade display piece, or a striking heirloom addition to a holiday table.Item Specifications* Maker: M.H. Wilkens & Söhne (Stamped with the iconic spinning wheel trademark)* Origin: Bremen, Germany (Stamped with the official national Reichskrone Imperial Crown & Crescent Moon hallmarks)* Pattern / Model Number: 5781* Purity: 830S Solid Silver (83% pure continental silver)* Dimensions: 42 cm x 30 cm (Approx. 16.5" x 11.8") — Stamped 42/30 on the rim* Total Weight: 2 lbs 4.9 oz (1,046.1 Grams)ConditionBeautiful antique condition with excellent structural integrity. Shows minor surface scratches and usage marks consistent with age and handling. Tarnishing as shown in photos. No major dents, deep gouges, or repairs. Features a lovely original patina that can easily be polished to a mirror shine if desired. If you have any questions or need more photos please ask.