Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoon
Object Number:
1971.41
Date:
ca. 1775
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 1/2 x 7/8 x 5/8 in. ( 11.4 x 2.2 x 1.6 cm )
Marks:
stamped: on reverse: "LYNG" (in rectangle) followed by "N. YORK" (in rectangle)
Description:
Silver teaspoon with oval bowl with molded basket with a single flower on reverse; oval handle, flat in profile, with slightly downturned tip; rounded drop; stamped maker's mark on reverse.
Credit Line:
Gift of Robert G. Goelet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.