Antique Sterling Silver Teaspoon – London 1800, Eley & Fearn
A fine early 19th-century antique sterling silver teaspoon, crafted by the esteemed silversmith partnership of William Eley I and William Fearn. Hallmarked in London in 1800, this elegant Georgian spoon features a bold crest engraving to the terminal and is in excellent overall condition, showing minimal wear for its age.
The spoon displays a crisp set of hallmarks including the lion passant, London assay mark, date letter 'E' for 1800, and the duty mark of George III. The maker’s mark for Eley & Fearn is also clearly struck.
This is a beautiful and functional example of period flatware, perfect for collectors or as a refined addition to a traditional table setting.
Brief Maker History:
William Eley I and William Fearn were prominent London silversmiths working together from the late 18th century into the early 19th. They are renowned for their high-quality cutlery and flatware, often distinguished by elegant, well-balanced proportions and fine engraving. Their partnership produced many classic pieces during the Georgian period.
Key Details:
Assay Office: London
Year: 1800 (date letter 'E')
Maker: William Eley I & William Fearn
Sterling Silver (Lion Passant)
Crest engraved to terminal
Excellent condition, very minor signs of age
Dimensions:
Length: 132mm
Weight: 17.56g
Condition:
Excellent antique condition
Light surface marks consistent with age and use
Hallmarks clear and well-struck
Summary:
This fine London-made sterling silver teaspoon from 1800 is a wonderful piece of Georgian silverware. Ideal for collectors, investors, or those looking to enhance their antique tableware, it showcases the quality craftsmanship of Eley & Fearn and remains in excellent condition after more than 220 years.
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.
