Lot 14
A George III silver basting spoon and a pair of slightly later table spoons, by Hester Bateman,...
Lot 14
Lot Description
A George III silver basting spoon and a pair of slightly later table spoons, by Hester Bateman, each in plain Old English pattern. Hallmarked London 1781 and 1788 respectively. Length of basting spoon 11 1/2 inches (29 cm). Total weight 6.68 ozt (208 grams).
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
All three spoons appear in fairly good overall condition, displaying some general tarnishing and expected surface wear, marks and scratches consistent with their age and use.
Basting spoon - Heavier patches of tarnishing. Rubbing and loss of definition to heel drop. Bowl has faired well. Hallmarks rubbed but all legible.
Table spoons - One spoon with slight crack/crease around the base of the bowl. Hallmarks to both clear and legible with some light rubbing.
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