Huge Silver Basting Spoon, 1733 Edward Bennett
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Basting Spoon - Hanoverian Pattern - London 1733 by Edward Bennett - 35.5cm long; 180g - JM/3989
Often termed hash spoons, this large type of server almost always have a very satisfying feel in the hand and weighing in at 6 tr.oz. this George II example is no exception.
The spoon was made by Edward Bennett I and at 14" long has an impressive look about it. The long, elegant handle has the distinctive ridge down the centre that defines the Hanoverian Pattern and an interesting engraved crest to the reverse terminal. The condition is excellent with a good, crisp set of hallmarks.
