ABP Canadian Brilliant Cut Glass Plate w Ryrie Sterling Rim

This ABP Canadian brilliant cut glass plate is mounted with a pierced sterling silver rim marked Ryrie Sterling, the Toronto jeweller and silversmith. Combining brilliant cutting and Canadian provenance, it represents a rare survival from the early 20th century.

Between 1900 and 1930, Canadian firms produced only a fraction of the Brilliant Cut glass seen in the United States, and surviving examples are difficult to identify. The fact that this ABP Canadian brilliant cut glass plate does not fluoresce under ultraviolet light indicates the blank may have been European in origin — Canadian cutters frequently used blanks from Val Saint Lambert in Belgium or Baccarat in France, finishing them locally.

The presence of the Ryrie Sterling mark places the cutting in Toronto. Ryrie Bros., founded in 1879 and acquired by Birks in 1905, operated under its own name until 1914. This ABP Canadian brilliant cut glass plate displays cutting equal to the best American examples.

The plate features a central six-point star framed by hobstars, crosshatching, and fan cuts, with excellent clarity and deeply executed motifs. The pierced silver rim adds a refined finish. Measuring 9 5/8 inches in diameter and 1 1/4 inches in height, this ABP Canadian brilliant cut glass plate weighs just under two pounds. Condition is very good, with no chips, cracks, or significant wear.

Collectors of antique silver and cut glass will recognize the rarity of a pre-1914 Ryrie piece. For those seeking an authentic example of Canadian craftsmanship, this ABP Canadian brilliant cut glass plate offers both decorative appeal and historical significance. Truly, this ABP Canadian brilliant cut glass plate represents the height of Canadian cutting skill combined with the prestige of a Ryrie Sterling rim.