HC&M: Bright-cut bird-backed teaspoon, "M&R"


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Name Bright-cut bird-backed teaspoon, "M&R"




Catalog ID HCM2354
Year circa 1790-1810
Description A silver teaspoon, with bright cut engraving to front, monogrammed "MC" (later) in cartouche on handle. Bird with olive branch is very visible on bowl. Maker's mark is only partially visible, but appears to be "M&R", for McFee & Reeder. See: Bird-back coin silver tablespoon, M&R.

Spoon is worn. Several dents to bowl and handle (teeth marks?).
Added 2012-01-21 00:26:26 (updated 2026-03-06 11:47:11)
Dimensions 5.25