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Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon 1790
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique George III York sterling silver Old English pattern gravy straining spoon; an addition to our collectable Georgian silverware collection.
This exceptional antique George III York sterling silver straining spoon has been crafted in the Old English pattern.
The plain bowl of this gravy spoon incorporates an impressive arched strainer ornamented with pierced decorated holes.
The surface of the handle terminal is embellished with the contemporary engraved initials 'WC'.
The reverse of this antique silver straining spoon features a rounded heel to the bowl and pip to the handle terminal.
This exceptional and desirable Georgian straining spoon was crafted by the renowned York silversmiths John Hampston & John Prince.
This York sterling silver straining spoon makes a distinguished and refined gift for connoisseurs of fine dining or collectors of provincial silver, and holds special significance for enthusiasts of York craftsmanship.
Maker: John Hampston & John Prince
Origin: York, England
measurements
Length 38.2cm/15.04'
Width of bowl 5.9cm/2.32'
Height to top of strainer 3.3cm/1.3'
Weight:-
7.4 troy ounces/228.9g
measurements
declaration
AC Silver has clarified that the Antique George III York Sterling Silver Old English Pattern Gravy Straining Spoon 1790 (LA543117) is genuinely of the period declared with the date/period of manufacture being 1790
declaration
condition
condition
This antique silver straining spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.
Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are deeply struck due to the exceptional gauge of silver.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Georgian silverware.