Collection Highlights
Santa Claus and his Works
Date:
1870
Object Number:
LIB.YC1870.Web
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoon
Object Number:
1971.66
Date:
ca. 1810-1820
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 6 x 1 1/8 x 3/4 in. ( 15.2 x 2.9 x 1.9 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "ABC" in script
stamped: on the underside of the handle: "SHEPHERD & BOYD" in a serrated rectangle
Description:
silver teaspoon with a downturned coffin handle engraved, "ABC" in script, and a pointed oval bowl with an inscribed arch drop; makers' marks stamped on the underside of the handle.
Credit Line:
Gift of Robert G. Goelet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
