Antique American Coin Silver Soup Ladle By James Musgrave Philadelphia c.1810

Description

Antique large  American Coin Silver Soup or punch Ladle By James Musgrave Philadelphia.c 1810.Excellent overall condition except for a few dents in the bowl as pictured.Owners engraved initials JRK in script are seen on the tip of the handle. The makers mark MUSGRAVE is stamped on the rear of the handle. Another mark I W G is noted on the back of the handle. John W.Gethen was a silversmith  also working in Philadelphia and may have worked with Musgrave. The ladle is offered as found without repairs or restorations.Length as measured from the front 14 1/8" Diam.of bowl 3 5/8" shipping includes tracking and insurance.