Collection Highlights
The Surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown
Date:
Object Number:
PR.068.34
Medium:
Paper, engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoon
Object Number:
1971.47
Date:
ca. 1810-1820
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 x 1 x 1/2 in. ( 12.7 x 2.5 x 1.3 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "E N" in block letters
stamped: on the underside of the handles: "D*I* Burger" in a conforming rectangle
Description:
silver teaspoon with a downturned with a short midrib on the underside and the engraved initials, "E N" in block letters; pointed oval bowl with a tapered drop; maker's mark stamped on the underside of the handle.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Robert G. Goelet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
