This exceptional George III sterling silver ladle has been crafted in the Bright-cut Old English pattern.

The surface of the handle is embellished with impressive bright cut engraved decoration incorporating a tapering bud style design and an oval cartouche.

The cartouche is ornamented with the contemporary bright cut engraved crest of a griffin erased.

This reverse surface of this Hester Bateman silver ladle has a rounded heel and pip to the terminal.

This fine example of Georgian flatware has a plain rounded bowl.

This exceptional antique silver soup ladle, crafted by the renowned and collectable female London silversmith Hester Bateman, is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

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This antique Hester Bateman silver ladle is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The engraved decoration is very crisp; the definition of the ornamentation indicates this spoon has seen little or no use.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

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

Length 36cm/14.2"

Diameter of bowl 9.2cm/3.6"

Height 7.7cm/3"

5 troy ounces/155g