Antique George II Sterling Silver Hanoverian Pattern Soup Ladle

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Edwardian English sterling silver Hanoverian Rat Tail pattern soup ladle; an addition to our silver cutlery collection. This exceptional Edwardian sterling silver soup ladle has been crafted in the Hanoverian Rat Tail pattern. The anterior surface of the handle terminal features a pip; the reverse surface is plain apart from the feature hallmarks. The reverse of this impressive example of antique silverware features a rat tail to the rounded bowl. Condition This antique sterling silver soup ladle...

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...

1745 & 1746 pair of Hanoverian pattern sterling silver tablespoons, London. George II. Made by Marmaduke Daintrey. His crowned monogram may indicate marking after his 1747 move to "T...

1737 Hanoverian pattern sterling silver tablespoon by Joseph Smith I, London. George II period. Crest obverse. The earliest known silversmith at Clerkenwell Close, called shop "Ye Go...