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Rare Irish Solid Sterling Silver Bull Crested Marrow Scoop 1819 Antique
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Rare Irish Solid Sterling Silver Bull Crested Marrow Scoop 1819 Antique

18th century
Sold 2 April 2026 · The Silver Squirrel
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A rare Irish Georgian antique solid sterling silver marrow scoop. It is hallmarked for Dublin 1819 with the maker being Stephen Bergin. It has been superbly designed and has been engraved with a bull crest. It is in super condition having no dings splits distortions or repairs. It measures approx. 9.5 inches (24cm) long by over 0.75 inch (2.1cm) wide and weighs 56 grams. A very high quality rare piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Marrow Scoop to the Georgian era.

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SA1102166
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37752
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A rare Irish Georgian antique solid sterling silver marrow scoop. It is hallmarked for Dublin 1819 with the maker being Stephen Bergin. It has been superbly designed and has been engraved with a bull crest. It is in super condition having no dings splits distortions or repairs. It measures approx. 9.5 inches (24cm) long by over 0.75 inch (2.1cm) wide and weighs 56 grams. A very high quality rare piece.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Marrow Scoop to the Georgian era.

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SA1102166
Dealers Internal Ref
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Archive I An angled top-down view of an elongated antique silver marrow scoop featuring a double-ended trough design and hallmarks near the centre. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Irish Solid Sterling Silver Bull Crested Marrow Scoop 1819 Antique

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An angled top-down view of an elongated antique silver marrow scoop featuring a double-ended trough design and hallmarks near the centre.
RARE IRISH SOLID STERLING SILVER BULL CRESTED MARROW SCOOP 1819 ANTIQUE
Ref: SA1102166
An angled top-down view of an elongated antique silver marrow scoop featuring a double-ended trough design and hallmarks near the centre.
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  • ObjectCutlery
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsDouble-ended trough, Engraved crest, Assay hallmarks

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Marrow scoops became popular in Britain and Ireland during the late 17th century and throughout the 18th century. They were utilised by diners at the table to extract marrow from bones, a favoured delicacy during the period.

Authentic period marrow scoops were traditionally handcrafted from solid sterling silver, often featuring hand-engraved family crests or initials. They incorporate a double-ended design with one large trough and one narrower scoop.

Authenticity is determined by examining official assay office hallmarks, makers marks, and standard duty marks stamped directly onto the silver. Additionally, genuine pieces exhibit appropriate age-related wear, hand-beaten characteristics, and traditional manufacturing techniques.

Such historical tableware items are commonly displayed within glass cabinets, shadow boxes, or styled atop vintage sideboards alongside other curated silver collections. Their slender profile also allows them to be mounted in specialized frames for wall display.

Antique silver should be cleaned infrequently using a specialized, non-abrasive silver polish and a soft cloth to protect the original patination and hallmarks. Avoid harsh chemical dips and store pieces in tarnish-resistant cloth in a low-humidity environment.
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