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LOT 1943
Post Medieval Silver Spoon with Monogram and Bronze Sword Retainer's Badge
CIRCA 17TH CENTURY A.D.
3 1/2 - 4 1/4 in. (15.3 grams total, 8.9-10.8 cm).
Comprising a silver spoon with engraved 'E' monogram at on the reverse of the handle, abraded maker's mark at the neck; miniature sword modelled in the half-round with pin-lug and remains of spring to the reverse for use as a livery badge. [2, No Reserve]
Provenance
Acquired on the UK art market.
Ex private Merseyside, UK, collection.
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LOT 1943
Post Medieval Silver Spoon with Monogram and Bronze Sword Retainer's Badge
Sold for (Inc. bp): £33
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