Stunning Pair of Victorian Cased Silver Scallop Shell Serving Spoons

Name: Stunning Pair of Victorian Cased Silver Scallop Shell Serving Spoons
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1182366
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by The Fancy Fox

Description

A super quality pair of Victorian dessert serving spoons with beautifully shaped scallop shell bowls and ornate cast stems mounted with an apostle, well detailed all around. Set in their original black leather fitted case from the retailers Howell & James Ltd of Regent Street (Goldsmiths to Queen Victoria), the interior is a feature of its own in raspberry pink ruched silk and velvet with an unusual intricate plaited silk edging to the velvet.

Hallmarked for Sheffield 1876, makers Richard Martin & Ebenezer Hall (Martin, Hall & Co.).

The spoons measure 20.2cm (8") long and 6cm (2 5/16") wide and weigh 166g / 5.3ozt.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and minimal handling wear. The case is also in very good condition with just a few minor signs of age to the outside and a bit faded to the underside. The inside is immaculate.

Physical Dimensions

Height

20cm (7.87")

Width

6cm (2.36")

Depth

3cm (1.18")

Declaration

The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1182366

Dealers Internal Reference

RA1072

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