Silver Spoon Antiques

20th century unusual and striking solid silver and enamel Norwegian large caddy spoon by Magnus Aase.

20th century large and unusual solid silver and enamel Norwegian caddy spoon by well known maker Magnus Aase of Bergen, Norway. Magnus Aase was active from 1876-1953. This spoon was likely made around WWII. Much silver with enamel was made in the 20th century for export, as there was quite a strong emphasis on enamel. This .925 fineness silver spoon has a striking blue leafy enamel pattern to the stem, a wide bowl, and is in excellent condition. Size-4.5 inches long by 1.75 inches wide bowl. Weight- 40 grams.

Silver Manchester Regiment Spoon

A silver Manchester Regiment spoon, carrying the maker's mark MN & WB for Mappin and Webb and hallmarks for Birmingham 1932. The handle is in the form of crossed rifles, surmounted by a Fleur de Lys, the regimental badge, beneath which is insribed LXIII (for 63rd of foot) and "MANCHESTER REGT" in silver on a blue enamel base. Length: 4.75 in / 12 cm

Sheffield 1922 pair of solid silver unusual fox and maltese cross spoons in original case.

Sheffield 1922 pair of unusual English hallmarked solid silver spoons made and retailed by F.J. Ross and Sons of Winchester. The stems terminate with a double struck figural fox to one, and a Maltese Cross to the other, over tear drop shaped bowls. In the original fitted case, they are in very good condition. The case has one loose hinge which does not interfere with closure. Weight-45 grams. Size-6 inches long by 1.4 inches wide bowls. A very nice pair of spoons, most suitable for preserves or sauces.

London 1937 very unusual nearly mint condition solid silver trefid end cold meat serving fork and serving spoon by Thomas Bradbury and Sons, and retailed by Gilmer of Bath, in original fitted case.

London 1937 English hallmarked solid silver very unusual set of trefid ended cold meat fork and serving spoon, made by very good makers Thomas Bradbury and Sons, and retailed by Gilmer of Bath. Extremely thick and heavy gauge of silver, with large clear hallmarks, and retailer stamp to stem sides as well. In nearly mint condition, contained in striking blue gilt embellished original fitted case, lined with silk and black velvet. All pieces appearing to have had little if any use in 71 years! Weight-180 grams. Size-fork 8.25 inches long; spoon 8.5 inches long by 2 inches wide. A lovely, practical and unusual gift, or to use for oneself.

London 1870 superb solid silver gilt afternoon tea cutlery service by famous maker HENRY HOLLAND.

London 1870 English hallmarked solid silver gilt most unusual afternoon tea cutlery service by very famous spoon maker Henry Holland, comprising three pieces in the original fitted case. The pieces comprise both long and short handled caddy spoons, and a matching pair of sugar nips. With original gilding, the cast elegant pierced and twisted stems are designed with figures to both top and bottom. There is a fine feathered rat tail to the ovoid bowls. Very clear hallmarks. The pieces are contained in the original blue lined velvet case. Weight-75 grams. Sizes-long handled caddy spoon 4.75 inches long by 1.4 inches wide; short handled caddy spoon 4 inches long by 1.25 inches wide; sugar nips 4.75 inches long. A rare set in excellent condition, having had little use in their lifetime.

London 1913 pair of solid silver trefid end large rat tail bowled serving spoons in original fitted case, by Jackson and Fullerton.

London 1913 pair of English hallmarked solid silver trefid end stems serving spoons, with large rat tail bowls in original fitted case. By very good makers Jackson and Fullerton. Of excellent quality, with crisp hallmarks, and very defined rat tails, these spoons were made in the 20th century, but in the 17th century style. Presented in original fitted red leather case on striking purple velvet lined interior. Original pale gilding remains in bowl interiors. Weight-95 grams. Size-7.5 inches long by 2 inch wide bowls. A lovely and practical pair to give as a gift or to keep. In excellent condition.

Hester Bateman georgian silver table spoon – very clear hallmark

This is a silver table spoon hallmarked 1779 and by the great Hester Bateman. It is in the Hanovarian pattern with uplifted terminal. There are initials on the back of the terminal – EDLI. Condition: Excellent. No dents splits nicks or repairs. The bowl is undented and the bowl edges are sharp and clean. One side of the bowl is very slightly worn, no doubt from stirring pots at some time during its life. The hallmarks, including the makers mark, are clear and sharp. Dimensions: 8” (20 cm) long Weight: 2 oz (50g) Maker: Hester Bateman Hallmark: London 1779 If you would like to purchase, view, or require further information including postage costs please contact us at marshalee@btinternet.com or call us on 07918 917206 quoting ref: m21

Pair of 1908 silver salad servers

This is a lovely pair of silver salad servers hallmarked 1908. They have fluted and foliate embossed bowls and are in superb condition. They are in the Old English pattern. They were made by Marples & Co which was a wholly owned subsidiary of the top makers Martin, Hall & Co. Condition: Excellent. No dents splits nicks or repairs. Dimensions: 9” (22 cm) long Weight: 5 oz (140g) the pair Maker: Marples & Co (wholly owned subsidiary of Martin, Hall & Co) Hallmark: Sheffield 1908 If you would like to purchase, view, or require further information including postage costs please contact us at marshalee@btinternet.com or call us on 07918 917206 quoting ref: m19

Pair of Georgian Kings pattern silver table spoons

This is a pair of very heavy good quality Georgian silver table spoons hallmarked 1833. They are of the Kings pattern design and are double struck, and shell backs to the bowls. They each have a monogram RV to RV. Condition: Very good. No damage and hardly any wear. No dents in the bowls, which have nice clean sharp edges. Dimensions: 8 ½” (22 cm) long Weight: 6 oz (160g) the pair Maker: TB Hallmark: London 1833 If you would like to purchase, view, or require further information including postage costs please contact us at marshalee@btinternet.com or call us on 07918 917206 quoting ref: m5

Rare Georgian Exeter silver basting spoon

This is a fine Georgian silver basting spoon hallmarked in Exeter in 1800. It is the Old English pattern. There is an engraved monogram – HMN. Condition: The spoon is in very good condition with no damage. There are no dents in the bowl, and the bowl edges are clean and sharp. Dimensions: The spoon is 12” (30 cms) long Weight: 3 oz (80g) Makers: WW & WP Hallmark: Exeter 1800 If you would like to purchase, view, or require further information including postage costs please contact us at marshalee@btinternet.com or call us on 07918 917206 quoting ref: m7

London 1808-1813 George III period matched set of 6 solid silver dessert spoons.

London 1808-1813, set of 6 George III period English hallmarked solid silver fiddle pattern dessert spoons with "P" monogram, in very good condition. Size- approximately 7 inches long, and weight 203 grams. Two spoons are very slightly shorter than the rest. A lovely and very useful set of spoons for dessert or soup.

Early 20thC Norwegian small solid silver and enamel spoon.

Early 20th century small solid silver marked .925 sterling, the same as English sterling silver, hallmarked Norwegian silver and enamel spoon. Interesting pierced stem with green enamel design. Unusual shaped bowl. May be a caddy spoon, or perhaps for sugar. A lovely spoon in very good condition.

19thC unusual Continental cast solid silver gilt set of six coffee spoons in original fitted case.

19th century unusual Continental cast solid silver gilt set of 6 coffee spoons with rams head terminals, and lovely oval shell bowls in original green fitted case, having stunning green velvet interior. Interesting family crest to back of terminal of each spoon. These spoons were retailed by S.J. Phillips of Bond Street in London. Size-4.25 inches long. A striking set in very good condition.

SILVER SERVING SPOONS 1794

An Excellent pair of solid silver serving spoons manufactured by top London silversmiths William Eley and William Fearn in 1794, They are in very good condition with no damage or repairs. The spoons measure 8.75" (22 cm) long and weigh 122grams. The hallmarks are crisp and clear on both spoons. This pair of beautiful Georgian spoons would enhance anyone's table or silver collection.

Silver preserve or moist sugar spoon

A large teaspoon-sized spoon with a flattish bowl intended either for preserves, jam or moist (brown) sugar. Front of bowl engraved with a pretty foliate design within a decorative border. Excellent hallmarks on the back of the handle for Sheffield 1913. Length 13.7cms. Condition as new

SILVER CHRISTENING SPOON

This beautiful large solid silver christening spoon was manufactured in Sheffield in 1933. It is made in 17th century dog-nosed style. Spoons of this type are used for christenings because the flat section of the stem allows them to be easily engraved with the child's name and date. The spoon is in excellent condition. It measures 8.25" (21cm) long, and weighs a substantial 60 grams. It has never previously been engraved. The hallmarks are crisp and clear, being: maker's mark AR over D; assay office mark crown for Sheffield; sterling lion passant; date letter q for 1933. Large christening spoons of this shape rarely come onto the market, and this would make a unique gift.