Here today for your consideration we have this superb pair of Victorian sterling silver tablespoons, made by Chawner & Co under the direction of George William Adams of London, c-1845. This incredible pair has been produced in the popular King's Hourglass pattern, and is of the highest quality in design, execution and gauge. Condition is good used, with no major observable damage to note aside from a minor pinprick to one bowl (see photo). The face has an erased crest or mono, with the underside free from monogram or crest. The hallmarks are about 90% overall, making this pair an excellent investment for the fastidious collector.
Each spoon measures in at 22.5cm long and they have a very generous combined weight of 205gms.
With origins starting with William Chawner II in 1815, the firm evolved to Chawner & Co after William’s widow Mary and her son-in-law George William Adams went into production in 1840. The firm is known for exceptional quality in design and execution of flatware and tableware, and was sold to Holland, Aldwinkle & Slater in 1883 before being absorbed into Francis Higgins & Son Ltd in 1922.
