A Charles II Seal Top Spoon; the fig-shaped bowl with V joint to reverse, prick engraved initials 'WTM' to seal top. London 1647 by Jeremy Johnson. 45.9 grams 17.1 cm length.

This collection of 19 early seal top and apostle spoons have been consigned from the estate of the late Geraldine Kennedy-Wallace Geraldine and her husband Stephen Wallace. Both highly respected and decorated Canadian chemists, they moved to the UK to pursue their academic careers. Stephen was a polymath, also having a degree in music and a diverse range of interests including being a member of the British Silver Society.

This collection has been carefully curated. The spoons are all in excellent condition and represent the work of some of the best known spoon makers of the time.

Condition Report

The hallmarks are clear and legible, and the seal top is in good order. There appears to have been slight restoration below the finial. There is a little wear at points to the edges of the bowl and overall surface scratches consistent with age and wear.