George III Sterling Silver Ladle with Engraved Crest by Thomas Barker - 1810

George III Sterling Silver Ladle with Engraved Crest - 1810

This Georgian fiddle pattern .925 silver ladle is fully hallmarked and is in good condition. 

It was made by the London silversmith Thomas Barker in 1810. It has a George III duty mark and weighs 54 grams. One would expect to pay between £80 - £120 for a ladle of this age.

It is about 18 cm or 7" long.

The hallmarks are clear and un-rubbed. They include the lion standard mark, the crowned leopard London city mark, the date letter, the duty mark and the maker's mark. It has an attractive engraved crest on the handle.

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