Sterling Silver Queen's Pattern Gravy Spoons - Antique William IV

This exceptional pair of antique silver serving spoons, in sterling standard, has been crafted in the Queen's pattern.

The anterior and posterior surfaces of the handle are embellished with the classic Queen's pattern ornamentation, includes a convex shell design to either side of the terminal, in addition to the honeysuckle and rosette design*.

The anterior surface of one handle terminal is ornamented with the contemporary bright cut engraved crest of an antemlope's head, erased.

Each William IV spoon has an impressive anthemion/honeysuckle heel to the reverse of the bowl.

* This pattern is most commonly acknowledged/referred to as Queen's pattern, however in the Chawner & Co. Pattern Book bears the name 'Rosette'.

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Maker: William Bateman II

Date: 1835

These antique spoons are an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The pattern ornamentation is all very sharp.

Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of each handle are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of these Queens patterned silver spoons.

Length 31.4cm/12.4"

Width of handle 3.5cm/1.4"

Width of bowl 5.6cm/2.2"

11.9 troy ounces/371g