An Extremely Rare Set of 6 Fancy Back Georgian Silver Teaspoons.

A rare set of six silver teaspoons from the 18th Century by a rare female silversmith and her son. These lovely examples are in Hanoverian pattern and have sought after fancy backs, featuring a shell and acanthus leaf.

Three were made by Elizabeth Tookey, who continued her late husband's business and three by her son Thomas Tookey. They have the original pricked initials to the tops of the shanks.

Flatware is scarce nowadays due to the great losses, caused by the unscrupulous melting of antique silver for scrap.

Therefore a complete set of fancy backs (usually only found in single examples) and from a desirable family of makers, is a rare find.

P&P contribution £8.00 UK

£12.00 Worldwide

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. Some fading to the definition on the pattern.

Hallmarks :- Clear and readable

Date :- London c1770.

Maker :- Elizabeth Tookey and Thomas Tookey.

Length :- 13 cms.

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