Museum Collections
Luce Center
Teaspoon
Object Number:
1940.461
Date:
ca. 1830-1840
Medium:
Silver
Dimensions:
Overall: 5 7/8 x 1 1/4 x 1/2 in. ( 14.9 x 3.2 x 1.3 cm )
Marks:
engraved: on the handle: "ML" in script
stamped: on the underside of the handle: "WmROGERS" in a rectangle between an eagle and a star in a circle
Description:
silver teaspoon with a downturned fiddle handle with a short splayed midrib and the engraved initials, "ML" in script; flared shoulders and a pointed oval bowl; maker's marks stamped on the underside of the handle.
Credit Line:
Gift of Albert M. F. Kiddle
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




