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Cased Set of 6 Silver & Guilloche Enamel "Bean Knop" Coffee Spoons by Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1965
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Cased Set of 6 Silver & Guilloche Enamel "Bean Knop" Coffee Spoons by Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1965

1940 - 1960
Description

This exquisite cased set of six Mid-Century silver & guilloche enamel coffee spoons is dated Birmingham 1965. Coffee 'bean knop' spoons were very popular from the twenties to the sixties and this cased set is a lovely example. The back of the bowls decorated in stunning guilloche enamel colours .The inner bowl plain silver, the fully hallmarked stems with black coffee bean terminals.

Fitted in the original Morocco leather case, the interior lined with cream satin and black velvet.

Hallmarks:

T&S for Turner & Simpson.

Lion Passant.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Date letter 'Q' for 1965.

Dimensions:

Length: 9.5cm / 3.6 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Enamel in excellent condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated these Silver Enamel Coffee Spoons to the 1960s.

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SA1239139
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT91
Description
This exquisite cased set of six Mid-Century silver & guilloche enamel coffee spoons is dated Birmingham 1965.
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Coffee 'bean knop' spoons were very popular from the twenties to the sixties and this cased set is a lovely example.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The back of the bowls decorated in stunning guilloche enamel colours .The inner bowl plain silver, the fully hallmarked stems with black coffee bean terminals.

fig 1. A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours.
fig 1. Cased Set of 6 Silver & Guilloche Enamel "Bean Knop" Coffee Spoons by Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1965

Fitted in the original Morocco leather case, the interior lined with cream satin and black velvet.

Hallmarks:

T&S for Turner & Simpson.

Lion Passant.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Date letter 'Q' for 1965.

Dimensions:

fig 2. A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours.
fig 2. Cased Set of 6 Silver & Guilloche Enamel "Bean Knop" Coffee Spoons by Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1965

Length: 9.5cm / 3.6 inches.

Condition:

Very good.

Enamel in excellent condition.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

fig 3. A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours.
fig 3. Cased Set of 6 Silver & Guilloche Enamel "Bean Knop" Coffee Spoons by Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1965

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
9.5cm (3.74")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated these Silver Enamel Coffee Spoons to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1239139
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT91
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Archive I A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours.

Cased Set of 6 Silver & Guilloche Enamel "Bean Knop" Coffee Spoons by Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1965

Archive II A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View II
Archive III A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View III
Archive IV A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View IV
Archive V A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View V
Archive VI A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View VI
Archive VII A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View VII
Archive VIII A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View VIII
Archive IX A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours. View IX
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A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours.
CASED SET OF 6 SILVER & GUILLOCHE ENAMEL "BEAN KNOP" COFFEE SPOONS BY TURNER & SIMPSON, BIRMINGHAM 1965
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A cased set of six sterling silver coffee spoons featuring bean knops and engine-turned guilloche enamel bowls in various pastel colours.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectCoffee Spoons
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century British
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Enamel
  • ColourMulticolour, Silver
  • MotifsBean knops, engine-turned guilloche, oval bowls
  • SizeH 9.5 cm (4 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This cased set of six mid-century British coffee spoons originates from Birmingham and dates to 1965. Each sterling silver spoon features oval bowls with engine-turned guilloche enamel decoration on the reverse in vibrant shades of blue, pink, yellow, and green, paired with plain silver inner bowls, fully hallmarked stems, and black bean knops at the terminals. The group sits securely inside a fitted blue Morocco leather presentation case equipped with a cream satin lid lining and a black velvet base with holders. Measuring 9.5 cm high, 1 cm wide, and 1 cm deep, the set is sized for display on a sideboard top in a dining room or living space. A collector or host uses the spoons during after-dinner coffee service, presenting them to guests directly from their fitted storage box.

FAQs

Coffee bean knop spoons are small demitasse spoons featuring a dark bean-shaped terminal at the end of the stem. Originating in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this design was created specifically for serving espresso or after-dinner coffee.

Guilloche enamel involves engraving precise, repetitive geometric patterns onto sterling silver using a rose engine lathe. A layer of translucent vitreous enamel is then applied and fired, allowing the underlying textured pattern to reflect light through the colour.

Authentic English pieces feature stamped silver hallmarks, including a makers mark, town mark (such as the Birmingham anchor), lion passant for sterling quality, and a date letter. The enamel work should present a smooth glass-like finish with clear engine-turned engraving beneath.

A cased set of enamel spoons can be displayed open on a dining sideboard, inside a glazed cabinet, or alongside coffee paraphernalia on a tray. The contrasting coloured bowls provide a controlled accent when framed within the fitted presentation box.

Clean the silver elements using a soft microfiber cloth and specialised silver polish, avoiding contact with the enamel. Enamel sections should only be wiped gently with a soft dry cloth, as harsh liquids and temperature fluctuations can crack the vitreous surface.
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