An Australian sterling silver presentation waiter, William Edwards, circa 1867, featuring a richly embossed Neoclassical border with panther, vines, urns and masks enclosed by laurel leaf rim, raised on cast paw feet, the tray with engraved grapevines, birds and inscription: 'Presented To George James Shepard Esq. As A Light Recognition Of The Valuable Services Which He Has Rendered As Honorary Secretary To The Committee & Congregation Of Trinity Church, Fitzroy Square In The Diocese Of Melbourne, Dec. 31st, 1867', hallmarked We flanked by kangaroo and emu, 23.5 cm diameter, silver weight: 545gms