1828-1869 David Large Hope of Knoxville, TN Coin Silver Tablespoon and Teaspoon Pair (76 g)

$380.00
1828-1869 very scarce c. coin silver tablespoon and related teaspoon by David Large Hope, working Knoxville, TN. Handsome early fiddleback pattern with a downturned terminal. Each of these fine silver spoons has an elegant spine running the handle reverse. Marked "Hope" in rectangle. Hope, second son of the architect Thomas Hope, Sr., was a silversmith who established a jewelry business in Knoxville., TN. Hope died in April 1869 from an accidental shooting with a pistol. Recently recovered from Western Virginia. Condition is very good with minor overall wear from use such as light surface scratches and age-related patina. No monograms or engraving. No repairs. No condition issues. These are made of a medium gauge. Length is about 8.75" on the larger one Weight: 76 grams on the set [Reference: Tennessee Silversmiths, Caldwell] 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
1828-1869 very scarce c. coin silver tablespoon and related teaspoon by David Large Hope, working Knoxville, TN. Handsome early fiddleback pattern with a downturned terminal. Each of these fine silver spoons has an elegant spine running the handle reverse. Marked "Hope" in rectangle. Hope, second son of the architect Thomas Hope, Sr., was a silversmith who established a jewelry business in Knoxville., TN. Hope died in April 1869 from an accidental shooting with a pistol. Recently recovered from Western Virginia. Condition is very good with minor overall wear from use such as light surface scratches and age-related patina. No monograms or engraving. No repairs. No condition issues. These are made of a medium gauge. Length is about 8.75" on the larger one Weight: 76 grams on the set [Reference: Tennessee Silversmiths, Caldwell] 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