A George I Silver Hash-Spoon, Maker's Mark Worn, London, 1721,...

Lot Description:

A George I Silver Hash-Spoon, Maker's Mark Worn, London, 1721, Britannia Standard, Hanoverian pattern, the back of the bowl with a rat-tail, engraved with a crest below earl's coronet, 38.5cm long, 7oz 6dwt, 227gr The crest is that of Hope, probably for Charles Hope, 1st Earl of Hopetoun (1681-1742).

Condition Report:
. Fully marked on back of bowl. There is wear to the marks, particularly the makers mark which is illegible. There is overall surface scratching and wear, consistent with age and use. The wear is noticeable as a softening to the engraving. There is also wear to the edge of the bowl.