Lot 2009
  • 2009

An Elizabeth I silver seal-top spoon, maker's mark a ?dog's head, London, 1582

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on back of stem and with leopard's head on bowl
  • length 5 3/4 in.
  • 14.7 cm
with fig-shaped bowl, faceted stem and baluster top with remains of engraving

Condition

as noted re. traces of engraving, a few nicks to rim of bowl, otherwise good condition
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