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American Silver Collectors Spoon, Dated 1891
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American Silver Collectors Spoon, Dated 1891

19th century
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American Sterling Silver Collectors Spoon, late 1800's, dated 1891, The old Elm 1761-1891 (located Pittsfield Massachusetts), Marked Sterling, Length ca 147 mm, weight ca 23 grams.

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Henley Street Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Souvenir Spoon to the 1890s.

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American Sterling Silver Collectors Spoon, late 1800's, dated 1891, The old Elm 1761-1891 (located Pittsfield Massachusetts), Marked Sterling, Length ca 147 mm, weight ca 23 grams.

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Henley Street Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Souvenir Spoon to the 1890s.

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An antique silver souvenir spoon featuring an embossed heraldic crest in the bowl dated 1891 and a decorative handle depicting an elm tree.
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Archive I An antique silver souvenir spoon featuring an embossed heraldic crest in the bowl dated 1891 and a decorative handle depicting an elm tree.

American Silver Collectors Spoon, Dated 1891

Archive II An antique silver souvenir spoon featuring an embossed heraldic crest in the bowl dated 1891 and a decorative handle depicting an elm tree. View II
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An antique silver souvenir spoon featuring an embossed heraldic crest in the bowl dated 1891 and a decorative handle depicting an elm tree.
American Silver Collectors Spoon, dated 1891
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An antique silver souvenir spoon featuring an embossed heraldic crest in the bowl dated 1891 and a decorative handle depicting an elm tree.
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  • ObjectSouvenir Spoons
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsHeraldic crest, Embossed lettering, Tree motif, Relief moulding

This Victorian American souvenir spoon is made from sterling silver and dates from 1891. The bright silver piece exhibits a polished finish and a classic form. The bowl features an embossed heraldic crest alongside the engraved date 1891 and the inscription "The old Elm 1761-1891", while the decorative handle depicts a detailed elm tree with relief moulding. Additional marks on the item include the word "Sterling". The item has an overall length of 14.7 cm. This collector's spoon suits display on a bookshelf in a home library or study, adding historic interest to a display cabinet or surface. Collectors of Victorian silverware and American memorabilia can integrate this piece into existing collections of antique utensils. Regular cleaning with a specialist silver cloth preserves the polished metal surface during everyday handling.

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Popularised in the late Victorian era, souvenir spoons became sought-after collectables depicting local landmarks, historical dates, and civic coats of arms. They allowed travellers to commemorate trips and historic events through decorative sterling silver flatware.

Most Victorian collector spoons were manufactured from solid sterling silver or silver plate, featuring die-struck or embossed detailing on the bowl and handle to create relief designs.

Authentic pieces usually feature hallmarks indicating silver purity, maker marks, and often specific dates or commemorative lettering die-embossed directly into the silver during production.

These small decorative items are commonly displayed in custom shadow boxes, framed wall mounts, or arranged inside glass cabinet displays alongside other vintage silver collectables.

To maintain silver items, polish gently using a soft cotton cloth and specialized silver polish, avoiding harsh chemicals or abrasive materials that could erode embossed details.
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