Leopard's head mark with a B
An Edward IV Antique English Silver Diamond-Point Spoon, c. 1470
Length: 5 15/16"
Weight: 16 dwt.
Weight: 16 dwt.
London
H0708
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Diamond-point finials appear very early in the history of hallmarked English spoons, often (as in this case) dating prior to the introduction of date letter hallmarks in 1477. The bowl...
Diamond-point finials appear very early in the history of hallmarked English spoons, often (as in this case) dating prior to the introduction of date letter hallmarks in 1477.
The bowl is engraved with a later crest, and on the reverse is an old collection label.
The bowl is engraved with a later crest, and on the reverse is an old collection label.