Soup or punch ladle by Kirk, with assay marks, 1823

Downturned handle, fiddle, sharp fins, broad drop, tipt on back. Marked KIRK incuse plus assay marks including E (for 1817 and 1823). Length 13-5/8", bowl diameter 3-7/8". Weight 5.45 troy ounces. The monogram is a script WES. Overall and mark condition are excellent.