Scarce Coin Silver Teaspoon by Martin Moses, Circa 1805-15

Offered is a nice early 19th Century American coin silver spoon by Martin Moses (b. 1793 - d. 1893), who was working in Worcester, MA circa 1807 but by 1815 had moved to Somers, NY. By 1818 he had moved back to Massachusetts, but would return to NY state again later in his career. This spoon would seem to date to either his Worcester or Somers periods by style. It has a period engraved script monogram and a good clear strike of his maker's mark, one of several he used, and perhaps the earliest. This spoon measures about 5 3/4 inches in length and weighs 13 grams. Condition is good overall, with minor wear and bumps to the bowl, but no splits or repairs. It would benefit from a good polish. All in all a nice example of this uncommon maker's work!