Six Matched William Grigg, NYC, 18th C. Bright Cut Teaspoons

Although primarily a New York City Silversmith, Louise Belden in Marks of American Silversmiths and other sources note that William Grigg spent some years in other locations, namely Albany 1770-78, and Halifax, Canada, 1782-89.

He was a freeman worker in 1765, dating this group of six, matched, 5 1/2" long, just over 3.0 T. oz. (95 grams) the lot, to the decades between then and Grigg's death in 1797.

They are all stamped "W.Grigg" in a serrated cartouche, which is one of four marks shown by Belden.

Significant period pieces, they have the added enhancement of being a surviving set.

They have Pointed Antique handles with slight Tipt backsides and oval drops on the bowl backs.

The handle fronts are bright cut and wriggle work engraved in a period design, and have fancy, feathered script "EH" monograms set in the reserve areas.

All six pieces remain in exceptionally fine condition, without any damage and having bright, even, finishes. The engraving remains crisp and well-defined, while the bowls are without dents, bends, or tip wear.