Sterling Silver Gilt 'Besom' Spoon - Antique Victorian

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver gilt spoon modelled in the form of a besom; an addition to our diverse flatware collection

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Description

This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver gilt spoon is realistically modelled in the form of a besom*/broom.

The bowl of the spoon is formed by the concave rounded brush embellished with the naturalistic strands of straw/twigs.

The bowl is conjoined to the handle with a traditional string binding ornamentation.

The stout pole handle is encompassed with an impressive texture replicating the details of the wood's grain.

* The word 'besom' is a historical word used to describe a traditionally constructed broom; a bundle of twigs tied to a pole.

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Date: 1873

Condition

This antique silver gilt spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The ornamentation to the surface of the spoon is all very sharp.

Full hallmarks struck to the posterior surface of the bowl are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of antique silverware.

Dimensions

Length 17.5cm/6.9"

Width of bowl 5cm/2"

Weight

2 troy ounces/62.2g

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