Antique Spoon

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The earliest spoons were made of wood, followed by use of shells by primitive people. With the passage of time other materials were used to manufacture high quality spoons. The aristocracy , kings and queens made extensive use of finely carved silver spoons during the Victorian era. The value of antique spoons depends on the rarity, age, authenticity and the materials used



Popular Materials Used Fine silver Sterling silver Wood Steel Copper Types of Antique spoons Table spoon Dessert spoon Tea spoon Style and Design

The designs and styles vary from Victorian to Georgian period; Kings pattern spoons are highly sought by buyers. Ancient silver spoons with handle in the shape of a duck were widely used in earlier times. Ancient Egyptians made use of ivory, slate, wood with carvings of religious symbols, Romans and Greeks in medieval times made use of Bronze and silver spoons with pointed or spiked handles.



Source: Antique Crafts
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