c. 1850–1880 Robert Abbot Tibbets of Gloucester MA Coin Silver 8.5" Tablespoon Pair (84 g)

$350.00
A well-proportioned American coin silver tablespoon pair by Robert Abbot Tibbets of Gloucester, Massachusetts, dating to the mid-19th century. Measuring 8.5 inches in length and weighing 84 grams, the spoons have a balanced, purposeful feel typical of New England silver made for everyday table use. The handle is engraved with a period cursive monogram “DH,” cleanly executed and appropriately scaled. The surface retains a natural, undisturbed patina with light wear consistent with age and long service. There is no aggressive polishing or surface disruption. Robert Abbot Tibbets worked in Gloucester during the middle decades of the 19th century, producing coin silver for a local market rather than large urban trade. Silver from smaller coastal Massachusetts towns is increasingly difficult to find, having been heavily used, altered, or melted as tastes and standards changed later in the century. Clearly marked examples by identifiable regional makers such as Tibbets survive in comparatively small numbers. This tablespoon pair reflects the restrained strength and utility characteristic of New England coin silver—direct in form, durable in construction, and intended for daily use rather than ornament alone. 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 well-proportioned American coin silver tablespoon pair by Robert Abbot Tibbets of Gloucester, Massachusetts, dating to the mid-19th century. Measuring 8.5 inches in length and weighing 84 grams, the spoons have a balanced, purposeful feel typical of New England silver made for everyday table use. The handle is engraved with a period cursive monogram “DH,” cleanly executed and appropriately scaled. The surface retains a natural, undisturbed patina with light wear consistent with age and long service. There is no aggressive polishing or surface disruption. Robert Abbot Tibbets worked in Gloucester during the middle decades of the 19th century, producing coin silver for a local market rather than large urban trade. Silver from smaller coastal Massachusetts towns is increasingly difficult to find, having been heavily used, altered, or melted as tastes and standards changed later in the century. Clearly marked examples by identifiable regional makers such as Tibbets survive in comparatively small numbers. This tablespoon pair reflects the restrained strength and utility characteristic of New England coin silver—direct in form, durable in construction, and intended for daily use rather than ornament alone. 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