Etsy - ACSilverAntiques Scottish Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon

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Description

An exceptional, fine & impressive antique George V Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon; an addition to our teaware collection. This exceptional antique George V Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon has a plain shovel shaped bowl. The handle terminal is embellished with a cast features depicting Celtic knots & interlacing designs, paralleling a mystical interlaced creature. The handle stem is further ornamented with a raised paralleling border, incorporating scrolling designs to either end. This impressive antique 1920s silver caddy spoon was crafted by the distinguished & collectable silversmith Alexander Ritchie of Iona, Scotland; the piece includes full Glaswegian hallmarks, in addition to identifying 'AR', 'Iona' & registration number RD NO 643267. Alexander was in the Merchant Navy & returned home once injured in a ship wreck. He returned home to help the family run hospitality business & married Euphemia Thomson; a prior student of the Glasgow School of Art. The couple expanded their love of art & Alex expanded his skill set from wood carving to metal work. Everything was made to the Ritchies' specifications & to a high standard. in 1937, Alex Ritchie's work was included in a prestigious Scottish Industries Exhibition on London. Condition This antique Scottish sterling silver caddy spoon is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality & in exceptional condition. The cast decoration is very sharp. Full hallmarks struck to the surface of the stem & reverse of the handle are all very clear. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this antique caddy spoon. Dimensions Length 12.1cm/4.8 Width 3.5cm/1.4 Height 1.7cm/0.7 Weight 1.2 troy ounces/36.4g Maker: Alexander Ritchie Date: 1926 Origin: Glasgow, Scotland SKU: C3313 Scottish Sterling Silver Caddy Spoon - Antique George V | 1926