George III Fiddle Thread & Shell silver basting spoon

George III Fiddle Thread & Shell silver basting spoon

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A fine George III silver basting or serving spoon in the frequently sough Fiddle Thread & Shell pattern and made by Royal Silversmith Paul Storr.

Fiddle Thread & Shell is a charming design with the fiddle shape, thread borders and shell motif, while on the reverse shells appear on head and heel. Dating from about 1810 this pattern gained popularity in Colonial America and is one of the most popular Fiddle pattern variants.

Dimensions:

Width 310 mm / 12 "
Weight 188 g (6.04 troy ozs)
Year

1818

Place

London

Condition

Excellent

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