Mid 19th Century "Reverse Tipt" NY/NJ Coin Silver Serving Shovel
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Measuring 6 5/8" long and weighing .9 T. oz., this item could be a preserve or large sugar spoon. It has a shovel shaped bowl which, while not unique to its mid 19th century period, is certainly less common than other forms.
The handle is fiddle shaped with a Tipt backside and rounded shoulders off the shovel. There is a script "JEH" monogram on the front.
The reverse is marked with a "bust, lion, B" pseudo hallmark that William McGrew in his Manufacturers' Marks on American Coin Silver attributes to an unidentified maker with retailer marks from northern New Jersey and New York City.
Well crafted, this remains in very fine condition, absent polishing wear or damage. The finish is warm and bright, while the bowl is free of bends, dents, or breaks, but does show a slight bit of pinprick nicking in the base.
