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 lion's jambe erased, charged with a tower between two roundels.

The reverse of these silver 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.

Maker: William Eley & William Fearn

Date: 1805

These antique Georgian silver serving 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 this piece of Georgian flatware.

Length 30cm/11.8"

9.8 troy ounces/305g