IMPORTANT JACOB LEONARD EARLY SOUTHERN COIN SILVER SERVING SPOON: 1787-1829

Description

Awaiting your purchase is a heavily sought after coin silver serving spoon, bearing a maker's mark for the silversmith
Jacob Leonard
of (Washington DC, Georgetown MD, New Orleans, and Fredericksburg VA) between
1787 - 1829.
This highly reputable silversmith is most notable for the inkstand he crafted for the House of Representatives, which is the oldest surviving artifact of the House.
This handsome spoon remains in
very good antique condition
with age-appropriate wear and bears decorative script initials "LE" to the handle.
- Length: 8 3/4in (22.3cm)
- Weight: 1.95 troy oz (57.4g)