George III Fiddle Thread & Shell silver basting spoon
George III Fiddle Thread & Shell silver basting spoon
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A fine George III silver basting or serving spoon in the frequently sough Fiddle Thread & Shell pattern and made by Royal Silversmith Paul Storr.
Fiddle Thread & Shell is a charming design with the fiddle shape, thread borders and shell motif, while on the reverse shells appear on head and heel. Dating from about 1810 this pattern gained popularity in Colonial America and is one of the most popular Fiddle pattern variants.
Dimensions:
Width
310 mm
/ 12 "
Weight
188 g (6.04 troy ozs)
Year
1818
Place
London
Condition
Excellent
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