Antique George III Pair of Sterling Silver Fiddle Thread and Drop Gravy Spoons

Sterling Silver Fiddle Thread and Drop Gravy Spoons - Antique George III. This exceptional and rare pair of antique George III English sterling silver gravy spoons have been crafted in the Fiddle Thread and Drop pattern. The anterior surface of each spoon stem and handle is encompassed with thread decoration and embellished to the terminal with a contemporary bright cut engraved crest of a lions jambe erased, charged with a tower between two roundels. The reverse of these Georgian spoons feature further thread decoration in addition to pendant drop ornamentations to the heels and above the pips to the handle terminals.

This exceptional pair of spoons has been crafted in a rare pattern to locate; completing a full service would be almost impossible. These antique Georgian spoons are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition, in keeping with age.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each handle are all very clear. RefleCtions in photographs may detraCt from the true representation of these examples of Georgian silverware. Maker: William Eley & William Fearn.

Andrew Campbell founder and owner of AC Silver has been dealing in antique diamond & gemstone jewelry and antique sterling silver since 1977. In addition to his high quality Newcastle-based shop, Andrew has developed what is now an established and internationally recognised online store. All orders placed before 2pm GMT are dispatched the same day.

Company Name: AC Silver Unlimited. This item is in the category "Antiques\Silver\Sterling Silver (. The seller is "acsilver925" and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.

Maker: William Eley & William Fearn
Monarch: George III
SKU: A4407
Origin: London, England
Material: English Sterling Silver
Weight: 9.8 troy ounces/305g
Period: Georgian
Age: 1800-1849
Composition: Solid Silver
Date: 1805
Brand: Unbranded
Style: Fiddle Thread and Drop pattern
Type: Gravy Spoon