Berry Spoon

Creator Albert Coles (approximately 1815-1885)

Accession number 59.70.5

Unique identifier MNY78017

Description Berry or preserve spoon with engraved handle and twist stem continuing to deep gilded oval bowl decorated with repoussé and engraved motif of strawberries, vines, and flowers. Inscription: Engraved on handle reverse: "May 22, 1862"; On handle obverse in script: "MLP". Mark: On handle reverse: [eagle in oval]/"A/C" in diamond/[funny face man in oval].

Dated 1862

Object Type berry spoon

Inscription / technical details Engraved on handle front in script MLP; handle reverse engraved with date "May 22, 1862"

Physical dimensions L: 8 1/2 in. WEIGHT: 1.65 oz.

Medium gilding (technique), silver (metal)

File dimensions 18.3 in × 18.3 in at 300dpi
46.5 cm × 46.5 cm at 300dpi

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