Vintage sterling silver spoon with ornate etched detailing
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
vintage
This vintage spoon is crafted from sterling silver and features extensive decorative etching. The design extends across both the elongated handle and the bowl of the spoon, which displays a distinct scalloped edge.
A prominent, embossed floral or leaf-like motif serves as a central design element within the bowl, surrounded by a fine, repeating pattern of engraved scrolls. The piece has a substantial presence, measuring approximately 8.5 inches in length and 2 inches in width, with a total weight of about 60 grams. The metal exhibits natural tarnishing and signs of wear consistent with its age, contributing to its vintage character.
As a collectible item, it fits within the broader tradition of decorative sterling silver flatware, suitable for display or use in a traditional tableware collection. The intricate craftsmanship of the etching highlights the decorative potential of sterling silver, making it a notable specimen for those interested in historical cutlery and metalwork ornamentation.
Evidence at a glance
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Physical characteristics
- Width
- 2 inches
- Length
- 8.5 inches
- Weight
- approx. 60g
- Material
- sterling silver
Design
- Motif
- ornate etched scrolling, embossed floral center
- Shape
- scalloped bowl
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.
Catalogue references
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