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Ladle
1850-1930
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Materials
- Silverplate on paktong
- Silverplate
Museum Object Number
1970.1146
Credit Line/Donor
Bequest of Henry Francis du Pont
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Object Number
1970.1146
Object Name
Ladle
Category
Metals
Place of Origin
United States; North America
Date
1850-1930
Materials
- Silverplate on paktong
- Silverplate
Dimensions (inches)
3.78 (W) x 13.268 (L)
Dimensions (centimeters)
9.6 (W) x 33.7 (L)
Measurement Notes
The XRF analysis performed in September 2015 indicates 99% pure silver on the exterior surfaces plated over nickel or "German silver" base. Both the handle and the underside of the bowl were tested in areas of abbrasion. [AWagner 11/2015]
Bibliography and Bibliographic Notes
Book: Belden, Louise C. 1980 Marks of American Silversmiths in the Ineson-Bissell Collection. 506 p.
• An illustrated glossary of spoon terms, pp. 467-488