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

Lot Description:

A George I Silver Hash-Spoon, Maker's Mark Worn, Probably London, Circa 1720, Hanoverian pattern, the back of the bowl with a rat-tail, engraved with a crest below earl's coronet, 37.5cm long, 7oz 3dwt, 222gr The crest is that of Hope, probably for Charles Hope, 1st Earl of Hopetoun (1681-1742).

Condition Report:
. Marked on back of bowl with maker's mark only. The mark is mostly 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.