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Teaspoon

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Collection Type

  • Decorative arts

Date

1825-1840

GUSN

GUSN-16909

Description

One of a set of six. Silver teaspoon with a coffin shaped handle, squared shoulders, and a pointed oval bowl.

Details

Descriptive Terms

teaspoons
bright cutting
silver (metal)
Spoon, Eating
Teaspoon
Teaspoon

Inscription

"WPR" (Engraved on the handle)

Additional Identification Number

1971.236e

Maker

Adam, John, 1780 (Silversmith)

Location of Origin

Alexandria, VA, USA

Credit Line

Museum Accession

Accession Number

1971.236.5

Places

Virginia (United States)

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