Bailey & Co Early American 8 ⅜ " Coin Silver Serving Spoon OLIVE 2 oz / 56g

Description

Antique  RARE Early American - 19th Century
S.E. BAILEY, / Bailey & Co
Large ( 8 ⅜ inch )  Coin Silver  Serving Spoon 2oz /56 gram
Philadelphia  , PA  1820-1840
Pattern : Olive
Description :
This beautiful and RARE  Early American spoons were made in early XIX century in Philadelphia by S.E Bailey.
The company was very famous in 19th century. Please read more about it in “ About seller/maker “ section below .
We have for sale 2 identical spoons , but you can buy them individually or as a set.
Each spoon  is 8 ⅜ inches long and weighs 2.0  oz ( 56 gr ) .
Hallmarks reading :
“ S.E. BAILEY “ ,  PURE-COIN
Monogram last name
“Keefe  “
on both spoons.
See pictures for more details.
These is an interesting sample of early American Silver. We estimate the age probably around 1820-1840  for few reasons.
There are no company name “ Bailey & Co “ . or later name  Bailey Banks Biddle ( from 1848-1878 ) or hallmarks ( lion /s shield/star ) to be found, but the the Coin silver ( .900 ) as a material was used in early periods.
Since 1850s  company used “ Sterling . 925   and the same pattern “ Olive “ was used in later production of Sterling flatware.( 1855-1865) . The name S.E BAILEY is probably one of the relatives of founder  J.T Bailey or could be an ancestor.
About Maker/ Seller
1830-1846‘ --The Bailey & Kitchen
The Bailey & Co began its existence as the Bailey & Kitchen Jewelry Company in 1830. Founded by Joseph Trowbridge Bailey and Andrew B. Kitchen, the firm was located at 136 Chestnut Street in Philadelphia.
1846-1878-” Bailey & Co “
In 1846 the two partners decided to dissolve their partnership. However, the firm experienced a rebirth when Joseph’s brother Eli formed a new partnership with Jeremiah Robbins and James Gallagher. With the birth of the new partnership, the business continued its operations  under the name “ Bailey & Co “ .
1878-1961 – Bailey, Banks & Biddle
In 1878  firm was reorganized once again. Renamed Bailey, Banks & Biddle, the firm remained a staple Philadelphia firm until 1961, when it was acquired by the Zales Jewelry Company.
During the 19th century the firm reigned as Philadelphia’s most successful jewelry company.  It specialized in precious gems, silversmithing, medals, ribbons, and awards, in addition to traditional jewelry manufacture. Among the awards and medals it manufactured were the first 40,000 Purple Hearts, class rings for the Annapolis and West Point naval academies, and the Congressional Medal of Honor.
The firm itself employed a large contingent of craftsman and artisans, including engravers, die cutters, and illuminators. The firm is credited with having designed the present-day Great Seal of the United States.
After being acquired and owned by Zales in the 1960s, the firm experienced multiple reorganizations and incarnations. By the early 21st century the firm existed merely in name alone, being operated as Zales’ upscale jewelry store brand.
In November 2007 the Zales Corporation sold all of its BB&B properties to the Finlay Fine Jewelry Corporation for 0 million. Less than 2 years later, all of Finlay properties were auctioned off, including Bailey, Banks & Biddle.
Bailey Banks & Biddle was relaunched as a private company by the current owners in the spring of 2010.
Condition :
Excellent  condition, no damage of any type. Marks are clearly visible
Some signs of normal wear for a 180+ years old item . Cleaned.
See pictures for more details.
Other Information :
Date/ Age :
1820--1840
Made in :
Philadelphia , USA
Material :
Coin Silver , 900
Size  :
8 ⅜
" (21 cm )
Weight
:
2.0 std. oz  (56 gram )
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