Georgian sterling silver spoon, London 1790-91
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1790-1791
This antique Georgian spoon is crafted from sterling silver and features hallmark stamps from London for the years 1790-1791. The spoon measures approximately 21.5 centimeters in length and has a weight of roughly 48 grams.
The piece is attributed to the maker George Gray; however, the listing notes that it is possibly overstruck on a piece originally attributed to Hester, Peter and Ann Bateman. The design features a classic Georgian style with a polished oval bowl and a slender, tapering handle that terminates in a rounded end. The surface reflects the typical aesthetic of late 18th-century British silversmithing, balancing utility with refined craftsmanship.
The spoon displays the hallmarks characteristic of the period, which serve as an indicator of its metallic composition and place of origin. Its substantial weight and standard length indicate it was intended for table use, consistent with the traditions of Georgian era dining implements. The spoon presents a simple, elegant silhouette common to flatware of this historical period.
Evidence at a glance
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Physical characteristics
- Length
- 21.5cm
- Weight
- 48 grams
- Material
- sterling silver
Technical characteristics
- Hallmarks
- London 1790-91
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- George Gray
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.