Lot 522 , A late 17th/early 18th century silver gilt dog nose spoon, 18cm.

A late 17th/early 18th century silver gilt
dog nose spoon, indistinct marks, 18cm.
Estimate £100-200

A fair amount of the gilding has now worn away. There is a engraved crest to the top frony stem, possibly later engraved?? and there are five prick dot initials on the top of the reverse of the stem E.M. above M. above I.E. There are numerous tiny nicks and scratches in general, in line with age and use. No repairs. Length 18cm. Weight 60 grams. Hallmarks very faint/barely visible. It has been suggested that the bowl may have been shortened or re-shaped??


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Sold for £160