'Hand' Silver Caddy Spoon by Josiah Snatt, 1805

This is a great example of one of the trinity of silver tea caddy spoon "must haves". Along with the Eagle's Wing and Jockey Cap, the Hand remains one of the most desirable of all caddy spoon forms and being made by Josiah Snatt (the main maker of this type) adds prestige to this spoon.

This is a right hand exampled with finely modelled fingers and engraved nails. The plain cuff handle is engraved with an original script letter "M" or "W". 1805, the year of the Battle of Traflagar, was the first year the Hand caddy spoon was introduced and so this example is as early as you will find.

Due to their delicate nature, this type of novelty caddy spoon is prone to damage, but fortunately this example is in superb condition throughout with a good set of London hallmarks including the "JS" maker's mark for Josiah Snatt.