16th Mar, 2024 9:30 GMT/BST
Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver
2045
A Victorian Silver Condiment-Spoon
by John Samuel Hunt, London, 1860, Further Marked with British Government Broad Arrow
Admiralty pattern, engraved with a crest
14.5cm long, 1oz, 31gr
Provenance:
by family tradition acquired, either as a gift or a purchase, from the Royal Navy by Rear-Admiral Hugh Webb Faulkner (1900-1969) and by descent.
The rare pattern, depicting a fouled anchor below the Royal crown and within scrolls, was first made for use of Royal Naval officers in the early 19th century, with the earliest known extant pieces being hallmarked for 1838. As the present service shows it was produced by various makers through the 19th century, apparently being discontinued around the First World War. Ian Pickford notes that serving officers at the time were allowed to purchase services, though pieces are still in use in Royal Navy messes (I. Pickford, Silver Flatware English, Irish and Scottish 1660-1980, Woodbridge, 1995, p.98.
Sold for £110
Estimated at £70 - £100
Marked on back of handle. The marks are generally clear. There is some overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the stamped pattern.
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Auction: Fine Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 16th Mar, 2024
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