Decorative Arts & Design

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June 11, 2026 at 2:00 pm ET

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LOT 97

Lot 97

James I Silver Seal Top Spoon, London, 1608

James I Silver Seal Top Spoon, London, 1608
Lot 97 Details
James I Silver Seal Top Spoon, London, 1608

with fig shaped bowl, hexagonal stem and baluster finial
length 6.5 in — 16.6 cm
1.5 oz. — 46 grams
maker’s mark C enclosing W(?)

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,875
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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James I Silver Seal Top Spoon, London, 1608
  • James I Silver Seal Top Spoon, London, 1608
Provenance:

Richard G. Meech Collection, Toronto
Sold in these rooms, Decorative Arts, December 11, 2013

CONDITION DETAILS

Crudely engraved small JVD on the back of the stem; some light ‘jeweller’s marks’ on the back of the bowl; marks are good, though maker’s mark is less distinct

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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