Large ladle and serving spoon, ladle in 800 Austrian silver…
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Large ladle and serving spoon, ladle in 800 Austrian silver having circular bowl, tapered patterned stem and flared handle, Deco styling. assayed 1925 Vienna. Length: 34 cm. Weight: 210,6 grams. Serving spoon in 900 silver tested with an oval bowl, tapered unadorned stem and scrolled handle. Marks, possible Isaac Callard 1740 -1747. 29 cm. Weight: 115.2 grams.(2)
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- Assay / Assayed - Assaying is the testing of a metal, most commonly silver and gold to determine its ingredients and quality. In Britain, once an item of silver or gold has been assayed, a mark is stamped on it, certifying its purity. Known as hallmark, it derives its name from the Guild Hall of the Goldsmiths' Company, who recieved its Charter in 1327 giving it the power to assay and mark articles of gold and silver.
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