79/2009

Collection

Metalwork

Brief description

Pewter spoon with a slip top, made in England in c.1600 with a circular maker's mark containing the initials 'RI'.

Object name

spoon

Object number

79/2009

Location

On Display

Production date

c.1600 (manufactured)

Production place

England (manufactured)

Period

Tudor (1485-1603)
Stuart (1603-1714)

Material

pewter

Technique

cast

Physical description

This pewter spoon has a slip top and is marked in the bowl of the spoon, at the base of the stem. The mark consists of a key with the initials 'RI' either side. The spoon has a six sided or hexagonal stem.

Dimensions

Length: 16.5cm
Width: 5cm

Website keywords

serving food