Colonial George Butler Sheffield sterling silver stuffing basting serving spoon

Description

Colonial George Butler Sheffield sterling silver stuffing basting serving spoon
One sterling silver stuffing basting serving spoon in a traditional Colonial pattern, by George Butler, Ltd, Sheffield England, circa 1918. The spoon is 12 1/2” long, excellent condition and monogrammed “S/M*E” on the front of the handle. The spoon has the appropriate hallmarks (crown, leopard, date letter “a” and maker’s marks) on the back of the handle.  See photo. The spoon weighs 5.97 troy ounces.  Very nice and substantial serving spoon.
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