Norwegian Silver Spoon - Antique Circa 1650

Object Description

An exceptional antique 17th century Norwegian silver spoon; an addition to our silver teaware collection.

This exceptional antique Norwegian silver spoon has an oval rounded shaped form with a narrow stem handle and knopped terminal.

The bowl is ornamented with engraved simplified swag and leaf decoration, in addition to the initials ‘IHS’.

The cast silver handle of this antique silver spoon is embellished with a simplified leaf design enveloping the tapering stem accented with a stylised creature to the posterior edge of the bowl.

Dimensions
Length 14.9cm/5.9″

Width of bowl 5.6cm/2.2″

Height 1.5cm/0.6″

Weight
1.3 troy ounces/41.7g

Object History

Date: Circa 1650
Origin: Norway, Europe

Object Literature

WORLDWIDE POSTAGE/SHIPPING

FREE OF CHARGE to all customers – including national and international deliveries.

Dispatch is either the same or next working day once a payment is received.

INSURANCE IN TRANSIT

Insurance cover is provided FREE OF CHARGE for items up to the value of £30,000.

All items are fully insured and sent at the risk of AC Silver.

Complimentary insurance valuation with images and text is provided with your purchase.

Object Condition

This 17th century Norwegian silver spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition in keeping with age.

The cast decoration is very sharp and the engraved ornamentation is very crisp.

There are no hallmarks as to be expected with such a piece; the date and origin can be determined by the composition and decoration.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of 17th century silverware.

Object Details