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Title |
Ralston Jelly Knife, c. 1860-1900 |
Object Name |
Knife, Jelly |
Description |
Ralston Jelly Knife, c. 1860-1900. Sterling silver. Knife has a spear point-shaped paddle with a slightly pointed tip, a hollow handle with a narrow neck that flares and ends in a point. Handle has a pressed linear border. |
Date |
c. 1860-1900 |
Creator |
Unknown |
Role |
Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
1972.090.011W |
Dimensions |
H-0.25 W-6.25 D-1.5 inches |
Collection |
3D - Food Service Tools & Equipment |
Inscription Text |
"STERLING" (stamped into top of handle) |
Provenance |
Was used at the William C. Ralston Estate. |
Notes |
Jelly knives, also called jelly trowels, were used to scoop jam or jelly out of jars or other serving dishes. [https://www.huffingtonpost.com/the-daily-meal/youll-never-guess-what-yo_b_5397923.html 11/01/2017] |
Search Terms |
Ralston Estate Silver Silver - Serving Pieces |
Subjects |
Eating & drinking Silver Silverware |
Credit line |
Courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Merrill |