Wood & Hughes Grecian Coin Silver Gravy Ladle

This coin silver gravy ladle is 7 1/4" long, and has a bowl that is 2" x 2 1/2" x 3/4". The pattern is Wood & Hughes' Grecian. It is a true estate piece, having been in the same family for roughly 140 years, until this offering. It is monogrammed "Van Vleck" on the reverse, and stamped W&H and Patent 1864. It also carries the retail stamp for Cincinnati's W.W. McGrew. The condition is very good. It shows no polishing wear, and possesses a finely patinated finish. The bowl is well-shaped, and free of burrs, but there is some dimpling in the base. Marks are WwH, Patent 1864, and the name of the retailer.