Exceptionally Fine Elizabeth I Seal Top Spoon, Maker's Mark of a Mullet

An Unusual George III Wine Label Made in London in 1793 Maker's Mark of TW. This fine piece is modelled in a very unusual stylised escutcheon form, displaying a bright cut and prick...

A Rare George III Wine Label Made in London in 1799 by Elizabeth Morley. The label is modelled in the broad rectangular cut cornered form with a domed section above. This piece has ...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Elizabeth I English sterling silver seal-top spoon; an addition to our 16th century silver flatware collection. This exceptional antique Elizabethan sterling seal top spoon* has a pear-shaped bowl to a faceted stem. The rounded bowl of this impressive antique silver spoon is plain and unembellished, apart from the feature assay mark. The faceted stem terminates with a knopped circular seal matrix/die bearing the initials 'SPSW'. The knopped terminal and bowl of the spoon retain the original gilding. Such 16th century examples in this condition are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. * Seal top spoons became popular in England in the later 16th and 17th centuries. NOTE: After surviving the Great Fire of London, the records at the London Assay office were destroyed by fire in 1681; their catalogues and documentation began again in 1697. Due to this unfortunate event, we are unable to associate a maker to this spoon. Condition This antique silver seal...

This lovely twisted vintage spiral organic shaped mother of pearl sculptural serving spoon is so versatile. It makes a great addition to any elegant tabletop and dining. Perfect now ...