1739-1766 Christopher Skinner Dublin Irish Sterling Silver Marrow Scoop, Plain (52 g) LRC

$430.00
A fine mid-18th century Dublin sterling silver marrow scoop by the respected Irish silversmith Christopher Skinner, whose working period spans approximately 1739 to 1766. This handsome Georgian example features the elegant plain form characteristic of the period, dead plain. Marrow scoops were an essential element of the refined Georgian dining table, designed with differently sized ends to extract marrow from bones with ease. This example has survived beautifully, displaying an attractive antique patina, crisp engraving, and honest wear consistent with its age. A wonderful piece for collectors of early Irish silver or those seeking an authentic example of Georgian Dublin craftsmanship. Dimensions: 8.25" in length. Weight is about 52 grams. CODE: LRC Check out some of my other sterling silver flatware here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=search_shop_redirect§ion_id=7399760 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
A fine mid-18th century Dublin sterling silver marrow scoop by the respected Irish silversmith Christopher Skinner, whose working period spans approximately 1739 to 1766. This handsome Georgian example features the elegant plain form characteristic of the period, dead plain. Marrow scoops were an essential element of the refined Georgian dining table, designed with differently sized ends to extract marrow from bones with ease. This example has survived beautifully, displaying an attractive antique patina, crisp engraving, and honest wear consistent with its age. A wonderful piece for collectors of early Irish silver or those seeking an authentic example of Georgian Dublin craftsmanship. Dimensions: 8.25" in length. Weight is about 52 grams. CODE: LRC Check out some of my other sterling silver flatware here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=search_shop_redirect§ion_id=7399760 Or just browse around the shop! https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP