c. 1790 Adam Lynn Alexandria Coin Silver Coffin End Teaspoons Pair (24 g)

$400.00
A rare and elegant pair of late eighteenth-century American coin silver teaspoons by **Adam Lynn of Alexandria, Virginia**, these graceful coffin end spoons represent the refined craftsmanship of the early Chesapeake silver tradition. Dating to approximately **c. 1790**, they feature the distinctive tapered coffin-shaped terminals characteristic of the period and are beautifully engraved on the handle fronts with a flowing cursive "ML" monogram. The reverse of each handle bears the maker's mark A•L with a pellet between the initials, struck within a rectangular cartouche — the mark of Adam Lynn, a noted Alexandria silversmith working in the late eighteenth century. These spoons are an excellent example of the transition from colonial-era forms into the early Federal period, when American silversmiths were creating elegant tablewares inspired by English fashions while developing a distinctly American character. Measuring 5.5 inches in length and weighing a combined 24 grams, this matched pair has a wonderful presence and charm. The delicate proportions, original monogram, and documented Alexandria attribution make them an appealing addition for collectors of early American silver, Virginia silver, or Chesapeake-area craftsmanship. Both spoons are in good antique condition with expected signs of age and use consistent with nearly 250 years of history. Please review all photographs, as they form part of the description. Maker: Adam Lynn (Alexandria, Virginia) Mark: A•L in rectangular cartouche (pellet between initials) Dimensions: 5.5" in length each Weight: 24 grams the pair Check out more of our sterling silver flatware here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=7399760 Visit our complete collection at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP
A rare and elegant pair of late eighteenth-century American coin silver teaspoons by **Adam Lynn of Alexandria, Virginia**, these graceful coffin end spoons represent the refined craftsmanship of the early Chesapeake silver tradition. Dating to approximately **c. 1790**, they feature the distinctive tapered coffin-shaped terminals characteristic of the period and are beautifully engraved on the handle fronts with a flowing cursive "ML" monogram. The reverse of each handle bears the maker's mark A•L with a pellet between the initials, struck within a rectangular cartouche — the mark of Adam Lynn, a noted Alexandria silversmith working in the late eighteenth century. These spoons are an excellent example of the transition from colonial-era forms into the early Federal period, when American silversmiths were creating elegant tablewares inspired by English fashions while developing a distinctly American character. Measuring 5.5 inches in length and weighing a combined 24 grams, this matched pair has a wonderful presence and charm. The delicate proportions, original monogram, and documented Alexandria attribution make them an appealing addition for collectors of early American silver, Virginia silver, or Chesapeake-area craftsmanship. Both spoons are in good antique condition with expected signs of age and use consistent with nearly 250 years of history. Please review all photographs, as they form part of the description. Maker: Adam Lynn (Alexandria, Virginia) Mark: A•L in rectangular cartouche (pellet between initials) Dimensions: 5.5" in length each Weight: 24 grams the pair Check out more of our sterling silver flatware here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP?ref=shop_sugg§ion_id=7399760 Visit our complete collection at: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DCSILVERSHOP