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Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)
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Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

18th century
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Description

An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George III York sterling silver Old English pattern gravy straining spoon; an addition to our collectable Georgian silverware collection.

This exceptional antique George III York sterling silver straining spoon has been crafted in the Old English pattern.

The plain bowl of this gravy spoon incorporates an impressive arched strainer ornamented with pierced decorated holes.

The surface of the handle terminal is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'WC'.

The reverse of this antique silver straining spoon features a rounded heel to the bowl and pip to the handle terminal.

This exceptional and desirable Georgian straining spoon was crafted by the renowned York silversmiths John Hampston & John Prince.

This York sterling silver straining spoon makes a distinguished and refined gift for connoisseurs of fine dining or collectors of provincial silver, and holds special significance for enthusiasts of York craftsmanship.

Condition

This antique silver straining spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Georgian silverware.

Dimensions

Length 38.2cm/15.04'

Width of bowl 5.9cm/2.32'

Height to top of strainer 3.3cm/1.3'

Weight

7.4 troy ounces/228.9g

Maker: John Hampston & John Prince

Date: 1790

Origin: York, England

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.3cm (1.30")
Width
5.9cm (2.32")
Depth
38.2cm (15.04")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Sterling Silver Straining Spoon to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1161345
Dealers Internal Reference
C9367
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Description
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George III York sterling silver Old English pattern gravy straining spoon; an addition to our collectable Georgian silverware collection.
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This exceptional antique George III York sterling silver straining spoon has been crafted in the Old English pattern.
AC Silver
fig 1. An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
fig 1. Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

The plain bowl of this gravy spoon incorporates an impressive arched strainer ornamented with pierced decorated holes.

The surface of the handle terminal is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'WC'.

fig 2. An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
fig 2. Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

The reverse of this antique silver straining spoon features a rounded heel to the bowl and pip to the handle terminal.

This exceptional and desirable Georgian straining spoon was crafted by the renowned York silversmiths John Hampston & John Prince.

fig 3. An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
fig 3. Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

This York sterling silver straining spoon makes a distinguished and refined gift for connoisseurs of fine dining or collectors of provincial silver, and holds special significance for enthusiasts of York craftsmanship.

fig 4. An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
fig 4. Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

Condition

This antique silver straining spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

fig 5. An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
fig 5. Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Georgian silverware.

Dimensions

Length 38.2cm/15.04'

Width of bowl 5.9cm/2.32'

Height to top of strainer 3.3cm/1.3'

Weight

7.4 troy ounces/228.9g

Maker: John Hampston & John Prince

Date: 1790

Origin: York, England

A video is available upon request.

Height
3.3cm (1.30")
Width
5.9cm (2.32")
Depth
38.2cm (15.04")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Sterling Silver Straining Spoon to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1161345
Dealers Internal Ref
C9367
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Archive I An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.

Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)

Archive II An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram. View II
Archive III An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram. View VII
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An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon (1790)
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An 18th-century sterling silver gravy straining spoon in the Old English pattern with a perforated bowl partition and engraved terminal monogram.
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Introduced during the mid-18th century, the Old English pattern became a standard design for British flatware, characterised by a smooth handle that curves backwards at the terminal. Straining spoons from the George III period were manufactured with a perforated internal partition to separate solid elements or fats from juices when serving gravy.

These items were hand-forged from sterling silver, which consists of 925 parts per thousand pure silver alloyed with copper for structural rigidity. The straining element was hand-pierced with patterned perforations and silver-soldered into the interior curve of the bowl.

Authenticity is verified by checking the hallmark group stamped on the stem or bowl. This includes the lion passant for sterling silver, the monarchs head duty mark, a date letter, the makers mark, and the provincial York assay office mark depicting a town mark or half rose and fleur-de-lis.

Period silverware can be displayed flat in a felt-lined cabinet drawer, placed in a decorative glass display case, or arranged on a dining sideboard alongside historical tableware. Incorporating silver serving pieces into contemporary table settings introduces visual contrast and historic interest.

Silver requires periodic cleaning with a soft cotton cloth and a specialized, non-abrasive silver cream to remove oxidisation without erasing historical surface detail. Spoons should be stored in acid-free tissue paper or silver-cloth bags in low-humidity environments to minimise tarnishing.
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