Declaration of Independence Tray | America250 | Aluminum

Wendell August Forge began in 1923 in Brockway, Pennsylvania, when Wendell McMinn August and blacksmith Ottone Pisoni started making matching ironwork for August’s home. That practical commission grew into a decorative metalworking business. The company’s values center on skilled craft, preserving traditional techniques and creating gifts that mark family milestones. Its artisans continue the metalworking tradition in Pennsylvania, with production now in Slippery Rock.

Declaration of Independence Tray | America250 | Aluminum

Honor America’s founding spirit with the Declaration of Independence Commemorative Tray, a striking collectible designed to celebrate the 250 years of America. Crafted from durable aluminum, this oversized tray features a meticulously hammered reproduction of the Declaration of Independence, creating a bold textural statement that’s both artistic and historic.

Whether displayed as a centerpiece, used for serving during patriotic gatherings, or gifted to history enthusiasts, this tray captures the enduring significance of the maker’s nation’s journey. Its substantial size and hand‑finished detail make it a meaningful keepsake for generations to come.

Celebrate the legacy of independence—and spark conversation—every time you bring out this beautifully commemorative piece.

Design and gift ideas

• Design: Declaration of Independence Commemorative Tray (America250 Edition)
• Product type: Decorative Trays
• Choose the exact listed design and finish; gallery scenes may show other collection pieces.
• Personalization in a photograph is illustrative unless a confirmed matching option is available with this purchase.

Product specifications

• Brand: Wendell August Forge
• SKU: 11395227
• Material: Aluminum
• Size: 9" x 16"
• Country of manufacture: Unverified

Materials and finish

Aluminum. No unsupported alloy purity, recycled-content percentage, coating certification or food-contact certification is claimed. Photographed variations in lighting can change the apparent color of a metal finish; choose by the selected listing rather than assuming every item shown is supplied.

Care and storage

For the aluminum or pewter metal component, dust with a soft cloth. The maker permits a plain warm-water rinse followed immediately by gentle drying with a soft cloth. Do not use a dishwasher, cook in the piece or cut directly on the metal. Where food service is appropriate, limit use to cold food and use a suitable barrier for foods that may mark the surface.

Origin, shipping and returns

Product-specific country of manufacture is not fully verified. The company’s Pennsylvania workshop and general American-craftsmanship statements do not establish the origin of this complete item.

Shipping for Declaration of Independence Commemorative Tray (America250 Edition): the maker’s current policy lists USPS, FedEx and UPS dispatch from Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania. In-stock, non-engraved orders normally ship the same business day before 11:30 a.m. Eastern or the next business day afterward; November–December processing may take 5–7 business days. Engraved and made-to-order items are listed at 5–7 business days before dispatch, with holiday variation. Standard transit is estimated at 3–4 days and express at 1–2 days after dispatch. These are supplier estimates, not guaranteed BuyAmerican delivery dates; available services, charges and applicability to this order require confirmation.

Returns for Declaration of Independence Commemorative Tray (America250 Edition): the maker’s FAQ gives conflicting stock-item return windows of 90 and 100 days, while its dedicated returns page supplies no complete terms. Both FAQ statements require new, unused condition and proof of purchase; custom or engraved items are excluded, and standard return shipping and original shipping charges are not reimbursed. The applicable supplier return window and handling for BuyAmerican orders remain unresolved. Contact hello@buyamerican.mom before sending a return and review BuyAmerican’s refund policy for its own conditions and exceptions.

Compare other designs in our home decor collection. For historical context, explore America’s founding documents at the National Archives.

Read BuyAmerican’s refund policy for the full store conditions. Supplier estimates and direct-retail promotions do not automatically extend to this order.