What-is-it question XXXVII.

Post by **2209patrick** » Sat Apr 14, 2007 4:38 pm

This silverplated item is 4 inches (10.2cm) long. These were made from the mid 18th century onwards.
What was it used for?

Pat.
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Post by **2209patrick** » Sun Apr 15, 2007 8:41 pm

Here's a clue.
I believe you would have seen this item on the dining table, maybe even in the kitchen.

Pat.
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Post by **Granmaa** » Sun Apr 15, 2007 9:37 pm

A plate rack?
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Post by **2209patrick** » Sun Apr 15, 2007 10:07 pm

That's close enough for me Miles. Good work.

They are called "dish wedges". The upper edge is serrated in order to grip the rim beneath a plate or dish.
They tilt the dish so that all the gravy or sauce is gathered to one side.

Regards,
Pat.
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