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17th-Century Silver Apostle Spoon
Apostle Spoon
Hallmarked London, 1620
This exceptionally rare apostle spoon dates to the early 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint James the Greater, identified by his pilgrim staff and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable James I-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 3/8" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Hallmarked London, 1620
This exceptionally rare apostle spoon dates to the early 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint James the Greater, identified by his pilgrim staff and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable James I-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 3/8" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Apostle Spoon
Hallmarked London, 1620
This exceptionally rare apostle spoon dates to the early 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint James the Greater, identified by his pilgrim staff and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable James I-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 3/8" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Hallmarked London, 1620
This exceptionally rare apostle spoon dates to the early 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint James the Greater, identified by his pilgrim staff and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable James I-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 3/8" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
$1,925.00
Original: $5,500.00
-65%17th-Century Silver Apostle Spoon—
$5,500.00
$1,925.00Description
Apostle Spoon
Hallmarked London, 1620
This exceptionally rare apostle spoon dates to the early 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint James the Greater, identified by his pilgrim staff and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable James I-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 3/8" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Hallmarked London, 1620
This exceptionally rare apostle spoon dates to the early 17th century, a remarkable treasure emblematic of a bygone tradition. First appearing during the 16th century, these spoons were given as baptismal gifts from godparents in very wealthy families, inspiring the time-honored saying, "Born with a silver spoon in the mouth."
A child's given spoon was typically adorned with the figure of their patron saint, a bespoke gift that would have been cherished for life. This spoon is crowned by Saint James the Greater, identified by his pilgrim staff and halo overhead. Featuring a deep, fig-shaped bowl, the spoon's design is elegantly refined and features period hallmarks. Similar apostle spoons from this period are held in prestigious museum collections, including the famed British Museum in London. This remarkable James I-era apostle spoon was part of the iconic Red McCombs collection, which has been highly publicized and studied.
7 3/8" length x 2" width
Provenance:
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
Red McCombs Collection, Texas
M.S. Rau, New Orleans
