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George II Antique Set of 6 Scottish Provincial Silver Glasgow Table Spoons C.1757
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George II Antique Set of 6 Scottish Provincial Silver Glasgow Table Spoons C.1757

18th century
Sold 22 March 2025 · Highland Antiques Ltd
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A rare set of 6 Glasgow Hanoverian table spoons made around 1757 by George Milne and John Campbell. They started the partnership in 1757 and advertised themselves as producing silver items in the "most fashionable London taste". These spoons were made long before the Glasgow assay office was set up in 1819. The marks are "makers marks x 2, pseudo date letter S, town mark". The marks are very crisp on all 6 spoons and the general condition is excellent with no damage or repairs. The best condition early Glasgow spoons I have had.

WEIGHT; 416 grams or 14 ozst approx.

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Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated these Antique Silver Table Spoons to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
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SA1047175
Dealers Internal Reference
7053-005
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A rare set of 6 Glasgow Hanoverian table spoons made around 1757 by George Milne and John Campbell.
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They started the partnership in 1757 and advertised themselves as producing silver items in the "most fashionable London taste".
Highland Antiques Ltd

These spoons were made long before the Glasgow assay office was set up in 1819. The marks are "makers marks x 2, pseudo date letter S, town mark". The marks are very crisp on all 6 spoons and the general condition is excellent with no damage or repairs. The best condition early Glasgow spoons I have had.

WEIGHT; 416 grams or 14 ozst approx.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, over the phone, PayPal, stripe or cleared cheque

Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated these Antique Silver Table Spoons to the Georgian era.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1047175
Dealers Internal Ref
7053-005
Highland Antiques Ltd
Highland Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2023

We have been dealing in rare and collectable silver for about 15 years

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Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A set of six antique silver table spoons with polished bowls and downturned handles arranged in a fan formation on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A set of six antique silver table spoons with polished bowls and downturned handles arranged in a fan formation on a white background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

George II Antique Set of 6 Scottish Provincial Silver Glasgow Table Spoons C.1757

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A set of six antique silver table spoons with polished bowls and downturned handles arranged in a fan formation on a white background.
George II antique set of 6 Scottish Provincial Silver Glasgow table spoons c.1757
Ref: SA1047175
A set of six antique silver table spoons with polished bowls and downturned handles arranged in a fan formation on a white background.
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  • ObjectTable Spoons
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsDownturned handles, Plain silver bowls, Provincial hallmarks
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

The George II period, spanning from 1727 to 1760, is characterised by a transition from the simpler forms of the Queen Anne era to more elaborate rococo ornamentation, featuring sturdy construction and balanced proportions in silver hollowware and flatware.

Pieces from this era were typically crafted from sterling silver, forged by hand, and often bore hallmarks indicating the maker, assay office, and year of production, reflecting high standards of traditional silversmithing.

Authentic pieces feature regional town marks and makers stamps unique to Scottish burghs outside Edinburgh, such as Glasgow, Aberdeen, or Dundee, often lacking the standard crown or leopards head found in English silver.

Antique silver can be displayed in glass-fronted cabinets, used alongside contemporary tableware for mixed-era dining, or showcased in framed wall mounts to highlight historical craftsmanship in a modern interior.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth, avoiding harsh dips that can strip the natural patination, and stored in tarnish-resistant flannel rolls in a low-humidity environment.
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