Spoon

Date1720-1770

MediumPewter

DimensionsOL: 7 13/16"; W (bowl): 1 5/8"

Credit LineMuseum Purchase

Object number1953-1090

DescriptionSpoon: elliptical bowl, with rounded double drop on back, stem rounded on top surface flat on reverse, terminating in upturned rounded end. Face of stem with low relief suggestion of spire.
Label TextThis example is one of a group of spoons that all have the same narrow urn-shaped augmentation of the central rib of the handle face. This feture was cut into the mold and is part of the initial casting of these spoons.

InscribedNone
MarkingsTouchmark "I[?] B" within an outlined circle on underside of handle (Peal MPM 5408b). Secondary marks label with "LONDON" within a serrated oblong rectangle on underside of handle and (2) quality "X" with crown above on underside of handle.
ProvenanceVendor: A. V. Sutherland-Graeme, London