Antique Irish Limerick Spoon
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Stock: 8402
Date: Circa 1800
Maker: William Fitzgerald
Country: Ireland
A rare Irish provincial sterling silver serving spoon with highly sought after Limerick marks. Excellent plain style with the pointed...
Description
Description
A rare Irish provincial sterling silver serving spoon with highly sought after Limerick marks. Excellent plain style with the pointed terminal, typical of the late 18th century. The end is hand engraved with with a crest and the motto “Pro Rege, Lege Grege” (Latin for ‘For King, Law and People’).
Weight 98 grams, 3.1 troy ounces.
Length 33 cms. Width 5 cms.
Marked on the back of the handle with the makers mark WFG for William Fitzgerald (worked at Mary Street and 15, Patrick Street, Limerick 1794-1824).
“STERLING”.
Condition
This silver spoon is in very good condition. The bowl is in good order with some very minor dinks and light surface scratching, consistent with careful use over the years.
Maker Information
Maker: William Fitzgerald
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