PEWTER SPOONSPewter spoons have been made for hundreds of years. In the 1400's - late 1700's, silver was too expensive for most people, so pewter was used as a substitute.By the early 1800's pewter was no longer used for spoons as other cheaper metals were available.Pewter is a gray metal which is now an alloy of copper and antimony, however the older pewter spoons were made from tin and lead.Information about the spoon:A late 16th / early 17th century pewter spoon with Tudor Rose in the bowl, and initials in the crown of the rose. Large round bowl with some original patina and a hexagonal stem. Length: 17.6 cmDiameter bowl: 6.2 cmWeight: 66.02 grGood solid condition, intact.The spoon will be packed very well and shipped with DHL
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