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A Charles II Sterling Silver Trefid Spoon by John King London Circa 1683
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A Charles II Sterling Silver Trefid Spoon by John King London Circa 1683

17th century
Description

A good Charles II silver trefid spoon by john King and hallmarked in London in 1683 with a plain rat tail. It has an oval bowl with a thick gauge silver handle with pin engraved initials G & L to the reverse of the terminal.

The hallmarks have some light rubbing commensurate with age and are still legible - please look at the images.

The spoon measures Dimensions: Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)

Physical Dimensions
Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this Charles II Silver Trefid Spoon to the 17th Century.

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SA1034214
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4892
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Description
A good Charles II silver trefid spoon by john King and hallmarked in London in 1683 with a plain rat tail.
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It has an oval bowl with a thick gauge silver handle with pin engraved initials G & L to the reverse of the terminal.
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fig 1. A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand.
fig 1. A Charles II Sterling Silver Trefid Spoon by John King London Circa 1683

The hallmarks have some light rubbing commensurate with age and are still legible - please look at the images.

The spoon measures Dimensions: Height: 7.88 in (20 cm)Width: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)

Height
20cm (7.87")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Charles II Silver Trefid Spoon to the 17th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1034214
Dealers Internal Ref
4892
Bushells Antiques
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Archive I A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand.

A Charles II Sterling Silver Trefid Spoon by John King London Circa 1683

Archive II A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View II
Archive III A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View III
Archive IV A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View IV
Archive V A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View V
Archive VI A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View VI
Archive VII A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View VII
Archive VIII A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand. View VIII
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A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand.
A Charles II Sterling Silver Trefid Spoon by John King London Circa 1683
Ref: SA1034214
A 17th-century sterling silver trefid spoon with a broad oval bowl and a flat stem ending in a notched tri-lobed handle, displayed upright on a clear stand.
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A trefid spoon is a style of silver flatware introduced to Britain during the Restoration era around 1660, originating in France. It is characterised by a flat handle terminating in a tri-lobed notch pattern resembling a trefoil, accompanied by a broad oval bowl.

Charles II spoons were forged from sterling silver using hand-hammering techniques. The bowl was shaped over an anvil, while the stem was drawn out and cut at the terminal to create the distinct three-lobed trefid design, often finished with struck makers marks and town hallmarks.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-hammering marks, period-correct London hallmarks, and makers initials stamped near the top of the stem or back of the bowl. The weight, flat stem profile, and proportion of the oval bowl align with late 17th-century silversmithing standards.

A 17th-century silver spoon can be showcased inside a glass display dome or a felt-lined shadow box mounted on a library wall. Alternatively, it serves as a refined accents placed atop a polished wood sideboard or integrated into a cabinet of curiosities.

Clean historical silver using a soft cloth and a gentle, non-abrasive silver cream to remove tarnish while preserving the natural patina. Store in a dry environment wrapped in acid-free tissue or anti-tarnish cloth, avoiding harsh chemical dips.
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