A lovely Sterling Silver mixing/stirring spoon by Wallace. This spoon measures 11 1/2" in length and features a perfectly round (tube shaped) stem and a large ball finial. The spoon bed is wider and flatter, for stirring/mixing drinks. The clean, sleek design is simply stunning. Truly a stunning bar spoon.
Measurements: 11 1/2" in length (and this spoon weighs 28 grams)
Maker: Wallace & Sons
A bit about this vintage manufacturer: R. Wallace & Sons (born 1835) was formed in Wallingford, Connecticut, and incorporated in 1879. By 1893, this company was manufacturing sterling silver and silver-plated wares and cutlery and had about 600 employees. Over the years, the Wallace companies had three names: R. Wallace & Sons (-1856), Wallace Brothers Silver Company (1856-1884) and Wallace Silversmiths (founded 1875). They continued making well-crafted silver and silver-plated pieces throughout the 1900s. In 1983 the company was sold to Katy Industries (which was owned by Towle Silversmiths).
Hallmarks: "Wallace Sterling" can be found on the back of the spoon's stem
Condition: Good vintage condition overall but with signs of age/wear. Here's a full summary:
1)There's what we refer to as "general surface wear" that includes micro fine scratches, etc (from past handling).
2) There's slightly more surface wear/scrapes on one section of the back of the spoon's stem
3) The spoon bed also shows minor surface wear
4) The ball finial has two small but noticeable dings
In short, this mixing spoon is in good condition but does show signs of age and wear. Truly a lovely stirring spoon.
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