1948 Turner & Simpson Sterling and Guilloché Enamel Demitasse Spoon Sets
Item Details
A collection of two vintage six-piece enameled sterling silver demitasse spoon sets by Turner & Simpson of Birmingham, England. The sets feature matching designs with machine patterned sterling overlaid with enamel to the undersides of the bowls and both sides of the handles; one set is enameled in pale gold and the other is in light blue. Each spoon is hallmarked to its bowl and additionally marked with a Birmingham anchor city mark, a passant sterling fineness mark, and a letter ‘Y’ 1948 date mark. These pieces have a total approximate weight of 4.625 ozt, inclusive of all materials, and are presented in their original cases.
| Items Included | Demitasse Spoons |
| Brand | Turner & Simpson |
| Materials | Enamel, Sterling Silver |
| Marks | Maker’s Mark, Fineness Mark, City Mark, Date Mark |
| Period | 1940s |
| Weighted | No |
| Approximate Weight (ozt.) | 4.625 |
| Number of Items | 12 |
Condition
- light surface scratches and tarnish to sterling; minor wear to enamel including fading and stains; some wear to gold wash.
Dimensions
- measurements reflect one box.
Item #
18DCC597-098
