Antique Oak Biscuit Barrel with Shield. Adorned with Intricate Leaf Carving around the GIrth of Barrel and Double-Banded. Ceramic Insert contains Crazing consistent with Age. Ball-Handled Lid marked with the "J.R & S.S" Silver-Plate Hallmark on underside of Lid. Shield is Un-monogramed. Excellent Patina & Moderate wear consistent with item of this age. Measures approx. 5.5" h and approx. 5" diamteer. Provenance: Directly from consigner. Her husband was a doctor on The Main Line, Wayne, Pennsylvania. He predominantly collected Philadelphia silver, London silver and other objects of considerable interest including fine art, period furniture, Oriental rugs and fine reproductions in the manner of Williamsburg Virginia furnishings by kittinger and Baker.