A sterling silver stuffing/basting spoon in Old English pattern.
Terminal front decorated with engraved family crest.

This is not just a spoon, it is a very well made
and balanced tool for serving food.

Not monogrammed.

Hallmarked on the underside:
"King George III" for tax/duty;
date letter "e" for 1820;
"Crowned Leopard Head" for city of London;
"Lion Passant" for British sterling silver;
maker initials "W dot B" into figural punch
for William Bateman I

Made in London, England, ca.1820

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Approx.: Length: 11-3/8in.  (28.8cm. or 288mm.)
              Bowl (crosswise): 3-5/8in. x 2-1/8in.  (92mm. x 54mm.)
              Weight: 3.51 troy oz.  (109.1 gr.)

The dark spots you see are reflections
of the camera and other objects.

Commensurate with age, the condition is excellent.

Rare for its maker, pattern and overall condition.

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