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Scottish Provincial Silver Antique Elgin Ladle, William Ferguson C.1829
Highland Antiques Ltd
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Scottish Provincial Silver Antique Elgin Ladle, William Ferguson C.1829

18th century
Description

A very rare antique Scottish Provincial Silver toddy ladle. Made in Elgin by William Ferguson around 1828. Ferguson was an accomplished itinerant silversmith who worked in several towns travelling around looking for commissions. His best work was probably done in Elginin the early 19th century. The ladle has a crisp set of makers and town marks as well as owner's initials on the terminal. This ladle is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs.

Weight; 44 grams approximately.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Declaration

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Scottish Provincial Silver Ladle to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1209639
Dealers Internal Reference
7492-081
Description
A very rare antique Scottish Provincial Silver toddy ladle. Made in Elgin by William Ferguson around 1828.
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Ferguson was an accomplished itinerant silversmith who worked in several towns travelling around looking for commissions.
Highland Antiques Ltd

His best work was probably done in Elginin the early 19th century. The ladle has a crisp set of makers and town marks as well as owner's initials on the terminal. This ladle is in excellent condition with no damage or repairs.

Weight; 44 grams approximately.

Free delivery in the UK. Payment by bank transfer, card over the phone, PayPal or Klarna. Using Klarna payments can be split over three months.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
17cm (6.69")
Date of Manufacture

Highland Antiques Ltd has dated this Scottish Provincial Silver Ladle to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1209639
Dealers Internal Ref
7492-081
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Highland Antiques Ltd Profile Page

Trade Associations

Highland Antiques Ltd is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram.
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Archive I A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram.

Scottish Provincial Silver Antique Elgin ladle, William Ferguson c.1829

Archive II A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram. View II
Archive III A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram. View III
Archive IV A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram. View IV
Archive V A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram. View V
Archive VI A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram. View VI
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A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram.
Scottish Provincial Silver Antique Elgin ladle, William Ferguson c.1829
Ref: SA1209639
A Scottish provincial silver ladle featuring a deep circular bowl and a flat fiddle pattern handle engraved with a monogram.
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FAQs

Scottish provincial silver refers to items produced outside of main assay offices like Edinburgh and Glasgow by localized silversmiths, often stamped with distinctive regional town marks.

These items were predominantly wrought from solid sterling silver, featuring hand-hammered bowls alongside flatware handles formed through traditional forging techniques.

Authentic pieces carry specific silversmith makers marks, localized town emblems, and historical styling details such as hand-engraved monograms on the handle terminal.

Displaying antique silver servers on dining sideboards, within glazed cabinets, or alongside modern table settings provides textural contrast and historical character.

Clean silver using a soft cotton cloth and specialized non-abrasive silver polish, gently removing tarnish while preserving the natural patina developed over time.
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