Existing comment:
Silver Tray:
The inscription on this tray reads:
Presented to Commodore Matthew Calbrath Perry in the name of the people of the State of Rhode Island, by their General Assembly in testimony of their appreciation of his services to his country in negotiating a treaty of amity and commerce with Japan, And in acknowledgement of the honor he as [sic -- has?] conferred upon his native state, in ever maintaining the renown of the name he bears and adding to the triumphs of his profession, those of humanity and peace. 28 February 1855 |