Wood & Hughes "Humboldt" Sterling Silver Preserve Spoon
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$65.00
Issued in 1880, Wood & Hughes' "Humboldt" pattern incorporates Moorish design elements, as popular in the period, laid out on an angular handle.
Produced at a time when the company was enjoying great prosperity and was especially productive, it exhibits sophisticated design and high quality execution. This is especially evident in the plum-shaped, notched edge, bowl that is intricately engraved and finished with a matte gold surface on the interior and bright gold on the exterior.
The name "A. & A. Baum" is finely engraved lengthwise on the handle.
It is in immaculate condition, apparently scarcely used over its history. Apart from some polishing loss of the gold on the back of the handle, there are no signs of wear. The engraving and pattern detail remain crisp and the finish is bright.
Marks are "W&H" and "Sterling."
Please note: other Wood & Hughes period patterns available.
