Bailey & Co. Estate Sterling Silver Hand Made Ladle, Circa 1850

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A Sterling Silver ladle, hand made by Bailey & Co., Philadelphia, circa 1850.

Bailey & Company, a forerunner to the … more A Sterling Silver ladle, hand made by Bailey & Co., Philadelphia, circa 1850.

Bailey & Company, a forerunner to the famed silversmiths, Bailey, Banks & Biddle, operated in Philadelphia from 1848-1878.

The heavy ladle shows a beautifully formed oval bowl with an unusual shape where it meets the handle. The handle shows hand engraved decoration. The terminal is engraved with the initial B in block form within an engraved shield.

An impressive piece of American silver work, perfect for serving soups or stews.

13 in. L with a bowl measuring 3.5 inches wide x 2.5 inches high.
Weight: 3.700 Ounces Troy. – .925 Sterling Silver
Marked: Four marks including the maker, two lions, a shield and an S in an oval.
In very good estate condition with the expected light patina. less