Set of Flatware

A set of late-seventeenth century silver Flatware, two of the spoons with maker's mark of Thomas Tysoe

Two of the spoons with maker’s mark of Thomas Tysoe, the rest with maker’s mark IH crown above, the forks all with the maker’s mark IH.

Given their early date and fine condition this service of unusually small spoons, forks and knives represent a remarkable survival. Flatware of this size was intended for use with sweetmeats which would have been served separately from the main meal.

Spoons: 4 in 10.3 cm
Forks: 3 7/8 in (9.8 cm)
Knives: 4 7/8 in (12.5 cm)
Weight: 2 oz 10 dwt (78 g)