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Teaspoon

Object Name:
Teaspoon
Object ID:
1941.007.32
Place of Origin:
England
Date:
circa 1750
Description:
Silver Teaspoon. Relatively flat handle shank, broadening to upturned, rounded end with midrib (1.25") on face extending 1/3 of length of handle; oval bowl with double drop, lower drop having central rib. Block letters, "B / I * S", engraved in triangular formation on reverse of handle. Outlines of two impressed hallmarks visible on reverse of handle shank.
Material:
Metal
Silver
Dimensions:
W-0.8 L-4.25 inches
Provenance:
From the silver collection of Margaret H. Jewell (1866-1970). Donor bought in Broadway, 1890.
Credit Line:
Gift of Margaret H. Jewell
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