N. Arnzen, Fall River, MA, Fiddle Tipt Coin Tablespoon
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Pre 1900 stock# 1150f
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Old Friends
$ 50
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Measuring 8 5/16" long and weighing 1.8 T. oz., this c. 1840 coin silver tablespoon is stamped N. Arnzen for the Fall River, Massachusetts jeweler Niels Arnzen, b. 1818. More details about its specific history might be gained through the inscription, which reads, "R.E. Lake." It is a flawless example, with a well-shaped bowl free of tip wear, dents, or dings.
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Joseph Moulton Fiddle Tipt Coin Tablespoon
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Coin Silver:
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Fiddle-Handled:
Pre 1900 stock# 1030f
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$ 55
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Made by the last of the storied Moulton family of silversmiths of Newburyport, Massachusetts, this exceptionally long, 9 3/16", and weighty, 1.7 T. oz., tablespoon is stamped "J. Moulton" for Joseph. It is a fiddle tipt form rendered with a broad, staunch end. It is engraved "M.C. from S.D." in a fine script and in exceptionally fine condition. There is no tip wear on the dent-free bowl nor damage of any sort to the rest of the piece. The finish is nicely patinated.
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