Description: Description: A cracking example of a Charles I Wessex made English Provincial silver spoon. Struck in the bowl with a Rose mark ascribed to Southampton and illustrated on page 277 of Jackson, Ian Pickford edition. Fig shape bowl and slightly tapering hexagonal stem with a lap joint. Seal top bears a close resemblance to ‘Typical Salisbury “Group A” castings’ illustrated in fig 64 page 38 of ‘West Country Silver Spoons and their Makers 1550 – 1750’ by Timothy Arthur Kent. Prick dot initials I.O over F on the plate with the date 1648. A pleasing tactile spoon with a nice colour in all original condition – I have not cleaned itDimensions: 180m. 50.7g I have many stunning pieces of collector's silver in my shop, please look at my other items. Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE Terms & Conditions: PLEASE LOOK AT MY FEEDBACK AND BID WITH COMPLETE CONFIDENCE. I aim only to list antique silver items that are without damage, repair, alteration or undue wear. My silver pieces are ideal as special gifts, for collectors, for investors, or for resale by dealers. I provide clear descriptions and photos. Please make your own judgment before bidding. I will give a full refund, including the postage cost, if the item is not as described. The silver is photographed in flat natural light, but silver is so reflective that black spots from the camera and other reflections are sometimes unavoidable. Please check the dimensions of the object carefully as apparent size can be deceptive. Please pay within three days of the end of the auction. I accept PayPal, personal cheque, and direct bank transfer. Bank details provided on request. I can always combine postage, please email me for postage costs. I usually post within 48 hours of receiving cleared payment. I only post by Royal Mail Special Delivery next day, insured and tracked, for U.K. delivery. For overseas customers, I ship by Royal Mail International tracked, or tracked and signed, depending which is available to your country. Sizes, weights etc are all approximate. Overseas buyers, please contact me before paying so that I can quote your shipping options. You are liable for any duties and taxes in your country. Please look at my other items and add me to your favourite seller's list. Thanks for looking.
Price: 2250 GBP
Location: Bath
End Time: 2024-09-19T17:14:17.000Z
Shipping Cost: 24.98 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Seller
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 14 days
Brand: Wessex
Antique: Yes
Pattern: Seal top
Composition: Solid Silver
Product: Spoons
Style: Seal top
Featured Refinements: English early silver spoon
Material: Solid Silver
Age: Pre-1800
