Lot 160 , A William & Mary silver tat tail trefid spoon, Length 7 ¼”/185mm , Bowl length 63mm Weight: 1.3oz/37 grms
A William & Mary silver rat tail trefid spoon, possible by Stephen Coleman, hallmarked London 1690, TG initialled to rear of spoon terminal, Length 185mm, weight: 1.1oz/37 grms
Estimate £400-600
Good condition, commensurate with age. (Tip of rat tail on back of bowl a little tired) Marks clear but with some rubbing to the maker's mark.
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Sold for £400