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Title |
Ralston Teaspoon, c. 1860s |
Object Name |
Teaspoon |
Description |
Ralston Teaspoon. Solid silver. Spoon has a wide bowl that tapers almost to a point, a narrow neck and a somewhat teardrop-shaped end. Edge of handle is decorated with a row of stamped zig-zags inside which is a row of vines. Top of handle has a flower below which is inscribed, "LR." Back of spoon is smooth and plain. |
Date |
c. 1860s |
Creator |
Unknown |
Role |
Manufacturer |
Catalog Number |
1972.090.011F |
Dimensions |
H-0.825 W-5.75 D-1.25 inches |
Collection |
3D - Food Service Tools & Equipment |
Inscription Text |
"LR" (inscribed at top of handle end) |
Provenance |
Was used at the William C. Ralston Estate. |
Search Terms |
Filoli Ralston Estate Ralston, Elizabeth Silver |
Subjects |
Eating & drinking Silver Silverware |
People |
Ralston, Elizabeth |
Credit line |
Courtesy of Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Merrill |