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Sterling Silver Fancy Back (Picture Back) Teaspoons (Set of 6) - I Love Liberty
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Reference: S11503
Period: Elizabeth II
Year: 1965
Silversmith: Francis Howard
Place: Sheffield
Price: $ 260.00 Weight: 85 grams Dimensions: 11.3 cm Condition: Excellent, perfectly preserved in original box. Box also good condition, hinge and clash working, scuff marks to side and base.
Description: An interesting set of 6 Fancy back or Picture back sterling silver teaspoons, these are replicas or Georgian silver originals circa 1750 to 1770. Each spoon has a different die stamped bowl decoration, these 6 spoons are replicas of some of the rarest designs. They include: 1. Fleur de Lys, a stylized French lily used in heraldry. 2. Milkmaid in period garb, with yoke and 2 pails. 3. Galleon under full sail, with flags flying. 4. Basket of flowers. 5. Birdcage with bird on top under "I LOVE LIBERTY", commemorating the release of John Wilkes from unjust imprisonment. 6. Urn of flowers, with a Georgian garden urn filled with flowers. All 6 pictures are well struck in perfect condition, with no wear. All 6 spoons are also clearly hallmarked. Note - We have a similar set, also by Francis Howard but with 2 different pictures, see S 1710.
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Sterling Silver Fancy Back (Picture Back) Teaspoons (Set of 6) - I Love Liberty
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