Victorian silver presentation apostle spoon
Victorian silver presentation apostle spoon
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A Victorian silver presentation apostle spoon, hallmarked Sheffield 1876 by John Edward Bingham.
Apostle spoons are decorative silver spoons, each featuring a figure of one of the twelve Apostles as a finial on the handle. Popular in England from the 15th to 17th centuries, they were often given as christening gifts, symbolising religious blessings.
The spoons varied in detail, with each Apostle sometimes holding attributes like a book or a staff. Apostle spoons became collectors' items due to their historical and artistic significance, often representing a blend of faith and craftsmanship.
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