12 Japanese Sterling Ice Tea Spoons

About the Item

Being offered is a complete set of twelve ice tea / mint julep spoons. Each set of six come in the original case. The case has hinges on the side and a slot for each individual spoon to lock into. In keeping with the Asian theme, the spoons look like bamboo shoots with each spoon having a different charm attached to it; fan, minka (traditional Japanese home), and other similar Asian themed charms (see attached photos). Each spoon is marked “sterling 950”; the Japanese standard for sterling silver. Perfect for those hot summer days and those cold beverages.

Dimensions:
Height: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
Sold As:
Set of 12
Materials and Techniques:
Sterling Silver
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
1950-1959
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1950s
Condition:
Seller Location:
Brooklyn, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2676327719582