Collection Highlights
Santa Claus and his Works
Date:
1870
Object Number:
LIB.YC1870.Web
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoon
Object Number:
1971.75
Date:
ca. 1800
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 1/2 x 1 x 5/8 in. ( 14 x 2.5 x 1.6 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "TJS" in script
stamped: on the underside of the handle: "FIELD" in a rectangle
Description:
silver teaspoon with a downturned pointed handle with bright-cut decoration and the initials, "TJS" in script; pointed oval bowl with an inscribed arch drop; maker's mark stamped on the underside of the handle.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Robert G. Goelet
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
