Description: Have you ever heard of Kensington Ware? Alcoa introduced their innovative aluminum alloy giftware line called Kensington Ware in 1934. The aluminum alloy created a brighter color than pure aluminum alone. Also, unlike pure silver, it will not tarnish or stain and retains a soft, silvery shine. The line was manufactured in the town of New Kensington, PA until 1970. Their art deco design make them a classic piece for collecting or even daily use! Use them as table centerpieces and as counter décor. If you love art deco, you will love Kensington Ware! Alcoa's Kensington Ware first came to the public eye in the summer of 1934, with showings at the Chicago and New York Gift Shows, attended by over 4,000 retail buyers. (The Kensington name was in tribute to New Kensington, Pennsylvania, were the firm was headquartered). A Kensington sales brochure from early 1935 touted the line's numerous advantages:The world is always waiting for something new and different. Gifts made from gold and silver, copper, pewter, and bronze, have been handed down from generation to generation. Now we introduce a new metal. . .Kensington.Kensington metal is an alloy of aluminum. It has most of the advantages of silver, pewter, and chromium, yet none of their disadvantages. It will not tarnish or stain, but retains its soft, silvery luster. This obviates the necessity of constant cleaning. A mild soap and warm water is all that is necessary.Kensington metal will not finger print easily. It has a hard surface, which is protection against normal wear and scuffing. And, as there is no superficial plating, there will be no peeling.This beautiful metal, exceptionally suitable for gift pieces, will have your customers coming back for more! To design it, we've chosen a man named by Fortune's magazine as one of the foremost commercial designers in the United States: Lurelle Guild.
Price: 21.99 USD
Location: Saint Albans, West Virginia
End Time: 2024-10-12T00:02:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Item Specifics
Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Antique: Yes
Shape: Oval
Occasion: All Occasions
Color: Silver
Year Manufactured: 1930
Material: Kensington Aluminum
Item Length: 13"
Item Depth: 1"
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Kensington Aluminum Ware
Type: Serving Tray
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Item Height: 1"
Model: Pineapple Tray
Style: Art Deco
Theme: Art Deco
Features: Tray
Time Period Manufactured: 1920-1949
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
SKU: 2024ST001
Finish: Polished
Item Width: 6"
Handmade: No
Item Weight: 10oz
