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An Extremely Rare York Silver Basting/stuffing Spoon

18th century
Sold 16 September 2025 · Jeff Sims Antiques
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Description

An extremely rare silver stuffing or basting spoon from the end of the Georgian Regency period and assayed at the desirable York Office. This wonderful and sought after example is of good gauge silver and is in Old English pattern. It has handsome engraved script initials 'RA' and is top marked (hallmarks at the top reverse of the handle). The spoon is of good proportions and gauge and York silver, made in such modest quantities is always sought after. A wonderful collector's piece, still usable today. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. The bowl tip is excellent.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- York 1821.

Maker :- James Barber & William Whitwell.

Length :- 29.5 cms.

Bowl width :- 5.5 cms.

Depth :- 2 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Basting Spoon to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1143850
Dealers Internal Reference
K1559
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Description
An extremely rare silver stuffing or basting spoon from the end of the Georgian Regency period and assayed at the desirable York Office. This wonderful and sought after example is of good gauge silver and is in Old English pattern.
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It has handsome engraved script initials 'RA' and is top marked (hallmarks at the top reverse of the handle).
Jeff Sims Antiques

The spoon is of good proportions and gauge and York silver, made in such modest quantities is always sought after. A wonderful collector's piece, still usable today. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An overhead view of an antique silver basting spoon with a flared terminal and engraved monogram against a neutral grey background.
fig 1. An Extremely Rare York Silver Basting/stuffing Spoon

Postage and packing £12.00 UK

£20.00 Europe

£26.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. The bowl tip is excellent.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable.

Date :- York 1821.

Maker :- James Barber & William Whitwell.

Length :- 29.5 cms.

Bowl width :- 5.5 cms.

Depth :- 2 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Basting Spoon to the Georgian era.

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143850
Dealers Internal Ref
K1559
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Antique silver, glass, jewellery and object de vertu.

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An overhead view of an antique silver basting spoon with a flared terminal and engraved monogram against a neutral grey background.
An Extremely Rare York Silver Basting/Stuffing Spoon
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFiddle pattern handle, Engraved monogram, Oval bowl
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Basting and stuffing spoons are large serving implements produced primarily in the 18th and 19th centuries, designed for use at the dining table or in the kitchen to spoon juices or dressings over meats.

These items are crafted from sterling silver and typically bear the specific town marks, maker marks, and standard lion or duty marks associated with regional assay offices such as York, Exeter, or Newcastle.

Authenticity is determined by examining the crispness of the hallmarks, the wear patterns consistent with age, hand-engraved monograms, and the traditional method of hand-beating or rolling the silver blank.

Antique silver pieces add historical contrast when framed in shadow boxes, displayed in glass-fronted cabinets, or used selectively for special dining occasions alongside contemporary tableware.

Antique silver should be washed gently in warm water with mild soap, dried immediately with a soft cloth, and polished sparingly with a non-abrasive silver cream to preserve the underlying patina and hallmarks.
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