US STERLING SILVER SOUVENIR SPOON – FLORIDA – WINGED “R” MARK (Poss. Wallace) – 7g

An American sterling silver souvenir spoon commemorating Florida, featuring classic early 20th-century tourist design with an openwork terminal and engraved state name to the stem.

This example bears the distinctive winged letter “R” within a diamond maker’s device, a mark commonly associated with Wallace Silver Co., though attribution is made with appropriate caution.

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Details

   •   Item: Souvenir spoon

   •   Material: Solid sterling silver

   •   Origin: United States

   •   Length: 10.5 cm

   •   Weight: 7 grams

   •   Decoration:

      •   “FLORIDA” engraved to the stem

      •   Decorative openwork terminal with foliate detail

      •   Plain polished bowl

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Marks

   •   Clearly stamped STERLING

   •   Maker’s device: winged letter “R” within a diamond

This is a maker’s branding device (not an assay mark). The winged “R” device is often attributed to Wallace Silver Co.; however, as with many American souvenir pieces, attribution is not guaranteed.

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Condition

   •   Good vintage condition

   •   General surface wear and light scratching consistent with age and use

   •   No splits, cracks, or repairs

   •   Details remain clear

Would benefit from a light polish if a brighter finish is preferred.

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Notes

American souvenir spoons were popular from the late 19th century through the early 20th century and were sold as travel keepsakes. State-named examples remain collectible, even in lighter weights, particularly when retaining clear marks and decorative terminals.

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Summary

A tidy U.S. sterling silver Florida souvenir spoon, with a winged “R” maker’s device (possibly Wallace) — ideal for:

   •   Collectors of American souvenir silver

   •   State or travel-themed collections

   •   An affordable and genuine sterling silver collectible