Plate

Spencer Stafford American

1794–1830

Not on view

The initials "P.Y.," which appear in the marks, are those of Peter Young, an assistant to Spencer Stafford.

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Title: Plate
Maker: Spencer Stafford (1772–1844)
Date: 1794–1830
Geography: Made in Albany, New York, United States
Culture: American
Medium: Pewter
Dimensions: H. 3/4 in. (1.9 cm); Diam. 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Joseph France, 1943
Object Number: 43.162.38
Curatorial Department: The American Wing

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