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Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919
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Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919

1900 - 1920
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Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-Gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919

A superb set of six large and ornately cast silver-gilt (vermeil) spoons, each featuring a unique and highly decorative figural terminal, likely representing historical or allegorical figures in the tradition of apostle or commemorative spoons. Crafted in sterling silver and richly gilded, each spoon showcases a finely detailed stem — several with twisted shafts — and bowls with soft gilded interiors, all housed in their original fitted presentation case.

Maker: Deakin & Francis Ltd

Assay Office: Birmingham

Date Letter: u for 1919

Material: Sterling silver, gilt

Length (each spoon): Approximately 19 cm

Total weight: 386.5 g

Case dimensions: 32 cm x 23 cm

The original fitted case is of good quality, clad in brown leather with gold tooling and lined with royal blue velvet and silk. The spoons are well preserved with expected age-related wear to the gilding, adding to their antique charm.

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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated these Cased Silver Gilt Spoons to the 1910s.

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SA1235765
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Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-Gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919

A superb set of six large and ornately cast silver-gilt (vermeil) spoons, each featuring a unique and highly decorative figural terminal, likely representing historical or allegorical figures in the tradition of apostle or commemorative spoons. Crafted in sterling silver and richly gilded, each spoon showcases a finely detailed stem — several with twisted shafts — and bowls with soft gilded interiors, all housed in their original fitted presentation case.

fig 1. A set of six silver-gilt apostle spoons with cast figural finials and decorative shanks presented inside a dark blue velvet-lined fitted display case.
fig 1. Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919

Maker: Deakin & Francis Ltd

Assay Office: Birmingham

Date Letter: u for 1919

Material: Sterling silver, gilt

Length (each spoon): Approximately 19 cm

Total weight: 386.5 g

Case dimensions: 32 cm x 23 cm

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The original fitted case is of good quality, clad in brown leather with gold tooling and lined with royal blue velvet and silk.
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

The spoons are well preserved with expected age-related wear to the gilding, adding to their antique charm.

Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated these Cased Silver Gilt Spoons to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1235765
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Archive I A set of six silver-gilt apostle spoons with cast figural finials and decorative shanks presented inside a dark blue velvet-lined fitted display case.

Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919

Archive II A set of six silver-gilt apostle spoons with cast figural finials and decorative shanks presented inside a dark blue velvet-lined fitted display case. View II
Archive III A set of six silver-gilt apostle spoons with cast figural finials and decorative shanks presented inside a dark blue velvet-lined fitted display case. View III
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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Telephone 01905 799928
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50 Barbourne Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
United Kingdom
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A set of six silver-gilt apostle spoons with cast figural finials and decorative shanks presented inside a dark blue velvet-lined fitted display case.
Fine Cased Set of Six Silver-Gilt Apostle Spoons by Deakin & Francis – Birmingham, 1919
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A set of six silver-gilt apostle spoons with cast figural finials and decorative shanks presented inside a dark blue velvet-lined fitted display case.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCutlery & Flatware
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleGeorge V
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Silver-Gilt, Velvet
  • ColourGold, Blue
  • MotifsFigural finials, twisted shanks, cast figure stems, oval bowls

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Apostle spoons are decorative spoons featuring a figural finial depicting an apostle or saint at the top of the handle. Popularised in the 15th century across Western Europe, they were traditionally presented as christening gifts by godparents to symbolise spiritual protection and financial security.

These spoons are constructed from solid sterling silver and finished with gilding, a process of applying a thin layer of gold to the surface. The figural finials and decorative stems are produced using casting or die-stamping techniques before being finished by hand.

Authentic British pieces bear full hallmarks, including the makers mark, town mark, silver standard mark (lion passant), and date letter. Additionally, genuine silver-gilt items display natural wear to the gilding on high points and light oxidisation where underlying silver is exposed.

Cased silver-gilt spoons can be displayed open on a dining room sideboard, console table, or within a glazed cabinet. Placing them alongside neutral ceramics or glassware highlights the rich tones of the gilding and velvet lining.

Clean silver-gilt gently using a soft, non-abrasive cotton cloth and mild soapy water if necessary, avoiding chemical polishes that can strip the gold layer. Store the spoons in their original fabric-lined case away from direct sunlight, excess humidity, and sudden temperature fluctuations.
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