Antique George 111 Silver Mote Spoon

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Description: Antique Early George 111 Silver Mote Spoon. Made in London,circa 1760. Originally used to skim the "motes"(floating tea-leaves on the surface of freshly poured tea) as teastrainers did not come into being until about 1790. The spiked handle was used to loosen clogged up tea-leaves in the spout of the teapot. This spoon has a lovely patina and the original owners initials engraved on the back of the bowl.

Status: For Sale	Reference#: 25504
Condition: Excellent	Year: Circa 1760
Country: U.K	Maker: Stephen Adams
Materials: Silver

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