Collection Highlights
The Personal Memoirs of U.S. Grant
Date:
1885-1886
Object Number:
LIB.XL.CT.G763.A3
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Coffee spoon (Acorn)
Object Number:
INV.14287
Date:
ca. 1900
Medium:
Silver, gilt
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 3/4 x 3/8 in. ( 10.2 x 1.9 x 1 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on the underside of the handle: lion passant, anchor, and a gothic "G" over "STERLING" and "M"
Description:
silver coffee spoon with a downturned oval handle with a matte finish and bright-cut floral decoration; gilt, pointed oval bowl; maker's marks stamped on the underside of the handle.
"Acorn" pattern.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
