Silver Tablespoon

Description:

Silver Tablespoon, Ephraim Brasher, New York, late 18th century, with bright-cut decoration on the end of the handle encircling the initials "I.C.M.," the back engraved "1784" and marked "BRASHER" in a sunken cartouche, lg. 9 in., approx. 1.9 troy oz.

Note: According to an accompanying note, the spoon belonged to Jemima (Conklin) Mather who married Alexander Mather on January 21, 1784.
Estimate $800-1,200

In good overall condition with only light age-typical surface wear.


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