Antique George III sterling silver table spoon with marks for Thomas Pitts I, London, year mark circa 1788

A George III sterling silver table spoon with marks for Thomas Pitts I, London, year mark circa 1788.

Intriguingly engraved with two crests. The former is a possible connexion to the Bell family, whose crest similarly contains a branch of olive and a sword in saltire.

The other crest depicts a dexter naked arm embowed holding In the hand an arrow point upwards, all proper. Similar crests belonging to the Taylour and Colt families suggest that this crest may belong to a branch of these families.

The engraving of dual crests suggests that this was made to celebrate the joining of two noble families, likely upon a wedding occasion.

If anyone has further information on these crests they are more than welcome to reach out.

Price marked at $275 AUD.

Measurements: 21.5cm length. 57.2 grams.

Year mark rubbed, blemish to bowl. Wear to other marks. Good antique condition otherwise.