A massive and fine quality George IV sterling silver meat platter (or serving platter) by William Burwash, hallmarked London 1823. Shaped oval with border of gadroon, acanthus, flowers and lion masks, engraved with a coat of arms with motto "Virtus Ad Aethera Tendit" (Virtue reaches to heaven). 26" x 20" (66x 50.8cm), 165.9 troy oz (5160g).