DATED 1852 SIX BRITISH STERLING DEMITASSE SPOONS & CASE

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At auction is a very fine British hallmarked .925 sterling demitasse set in it's case and dated 1852. Six spoons are in excellent condition showing little wear or scratching . Pattern from bowl stem is a bead up to a floral design , Baroque with small cartouche at top crest - non monogrammed. Bowls show evidence of gold wash - faded. Case is fine kid leather over wood with purple satin inside no tears , rips or apparent rot , really very good condition , silver plated brass latch intact. Spoons each marked " 925 - R ( as referenced) , lion facing left rampant , Sterling. "R" is precisely one found giving date of 1852 London Hallmarks 1 - Encyclopedia of Silver Marks, Hallmarks & Makers' Marks , R is script with open line down middle of left as shown , no doubt a match. Each spoon measures almost 10 cm ( 3 3/4" ) , case is 15 x 10 x 5 cm ( 6x4x2") each spoon weighing about two grams Excellent antique set that has found it's way to America in times past and is truly in fine condition for use or collection. Offered 10 days - no reserve I ship most worldwide at cost . This will ship 1st class to many areas of the world yet as this parcel must be insured for cost this may not be eligable for your country outside the US - please check