Antique George II Sterling Silver Hanoverian Pattern Soup Ladle

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver Queen's pattern soup ladle; an addition to our silver cutlery collection. This exceptional antique Edwardian sterling silver soup ladle has been crafted in the Queen's pattern. The anterior and posterior surfaces of the handle is embellished with the Classic Queen's pattern ornamentation, includes a convex shell design to either side of the terminal, in addition to the honeysuckle and rosette design. This exceptional Edwardian ladle has a plain rounded bowl with an impressive honeysuckle design to the heel. This pattern is most commonly acknowledged/referred to as Queen's pattern, however in the Chawner & Co. Pattern Book bears the name 'Rosette'. Condition This antique sterling silver ladle...

An exceptional, fine and impressive large antique George III Scottish sterling silver Fiddle & Shell pattern soup ladle, an addition to our silver cutlery collection. This exceptional and large George III sterling silver soup ladle has been crafted in the Fiddle and Shell...

An exceptional, fine and impressive set of twelve antique Georgian sterling silver Hanoverian pattern table forks; an addition to our Georgian flatware collections. These exceptional antique Georgian straight* sterling silver forks have been crafted in the Hanoverian pattern with three tines. The posterior surface of each antique silver fork handle terminal incorporates the bright cut engraved crest of out of a coronet a griffin's head, all above the monogram initial 'W'. The anterior surface of each 18th century fork is plain with a pip to the handle terminal. Such straight examples of antique silver forks with clearly struck hallmarks are becoming increasingly difficult to locate. * 'Straight' means all the pieces are made by the same maker in the same year. Condition These antique sterling silver forks are an excellent gauge of silver, excellent quality and in excellent condition. Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each handle stem are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Georgian silver flatware...

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Georgian English sterling silver Old English Bright-cut Edge pattern soup ladle made by Hester Bateman; an addition to our silver cutlery collection. This exceptional antique Georgian sterling silver soup ladle has been crafted in the Old English Bright-cut Edge pattern. The anterior surface of the handle is embellished with an undulating engraved border. This fine example of silver cutlery has a plain rounded bowl. The reverse of this antique silver ladle features a rounded heel to the bowl and the contemporary bright cut engraved initials 'S'. Such examples crafted by the renowned and collectable female silversmith Hester Bateman, in this high quality, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate; this ladle is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. A Hester Bateman silver ladle is both a functional serving piece and a collectible object of enduring value. Ideal for enhancing formal dining with elegance, it makes a meaningful gift for weddings, anniversaries, or milestone occasions. Valued for its craftsmanship, provenance, and hallmarks, it also serves as a cherished heirloom. Condition This antique ladle is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition. The bright cut engraved decoration is all very sharp. 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 Old English silver flatware...