What is an antique toddy ladle?

An antique toddy ladle is a small serving spoon designed for dipping punch or warm spirits from a central bowl into individual drinking vessels. These pieces typically date from the Georgian and Victorian eras, taking forms in silver, pewter, porcelain, and turned wood.

How were toddy ladles used?

They were used at the dining table or during social gatherings to serve mixed alcoholic drinks containing water, sugar, and spices. The long handles allowed hosts to reach easily into deep punch bowls without spilling the contents.

Why do some ladles have wooden handles?

Makers used organic materials like coquilla nut and burr birch to provide a comfortable grip that did not conduct heat from the hot liquor. These wooden stems were frequently joined to metal bowls using silver bands and pins.

What are coin ladles?

Coin ladles incorporate actual historical currency, such as a shilling or a George II coin, inset directly into the base of the silver bowl. This decorative practice was common during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.

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These antique toddy ladle pieces are historic serving utensils designed for the table and bar, prized for their social role in sharing punch and spirits.

18th century

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Georgian Edinburgh Silver Toddy Ladles

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£350

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18th century

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18th Century Toddy Ladle

From Henley Street Antiques

£120

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Antique Toddy Ladle, English, Silver, Long Serving Spoon, Hallmarked, Georgian

18th century

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