Victorian Silver Plated Basket – Deakin & Sons

Victorian Silver Plated Basket – Deakin & Sons 
A late 19th-century silver plated basket by Deakin & Sons, with a swing handle and crimped rim. 
The sides are decorated in relief with floral and foliate designs, while the lower section has a textured, hammered surface. 
The handle crosses at the top and remains firmly attached. 
Marked to the base “EP A S D&S G”, denoting electroplated alpha silver, made by Deakin & Sons of Sheffield. 
The silver plate is worn in places, particularly around the lower half, with visible tarnish and surface pitting throughout. 
Sold as found, unpolished. 

Dimensions: Approx. 12cm diameter x 14cm high with handle raised 

Condition: Wear, tarnish and surface pitting consistent with age. 
Decorative piece.