Austrian Silver Ladle and Serving Spoon Set, Deco Styling
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Large ladle and serving spoon, ladle in 800 Austrian silver having circular bowl, tapered patterned stem and flared handle, Deco styling. assayed 1925 Vienna. Length: 34 cm. Weight: 210,6 grams. Serving spoon in 900 silver tested with an oval bowl, tapered unadorned stem and scrolled handle. Marks, possible Isaac Callard 1740 -1747. 29 cm. Weight: 115.2 grams.(2)
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