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- This highly rare apostle spoon dates to the late 17th century
- These were often bespoke baptismal gifts, inspiring the saying "born with a silver spoon"
- This spoon is crowned by Saint Matthew, identified by his money purse and halo
- Similar apostle spoons from the period are held in major institutions such as the British Museum
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Description
Apostle Spoon
Hallmarked 1670
This highly rare apostle spoon dates to the late 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would. . .
Hallmarked 1670
This highly rare apostle spoon dates to the late 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would. . .
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Apostle Spoon
Hallmarked 1670
This highly rare apostle spoon dates to the late 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint Matthew, identified by his money purse and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable Charles II-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 1/2" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Hallmarked 1670
This highly rare apostle spoon dates to the late 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint Matthew, identified by his money purse and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable Charles II-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 1/2" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
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Specifications
| Period: | 17th Century |
| Origin: | England |
| Type: | Other |
| Depth: | 7.5 in. (19.05 cm) |
| Width: | 2.0 in. (5.08 cm) |
| Height: | 0.75 in. (1.91 cm) |
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