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Serving Spoon
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Serving Spoon

SilversmithMade by Julius Hollister American, 1818 - 1905
Date1841-1846
Mediumpure coin silver
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length): 8 1/2in. (21.6cm)
ClassificationsTableware
Credit LineGift from the Collection of Benjamin Ortiz and Victor Torchia, Jr.
DescriptionSilver serving spoon engraved with the monogram “AWD” made by Julius Hollister, Hartford, 1841-1846.
Object number2023.10.1
InscribedEngraved on front handle: "AWD"

Engraved on handle back: "J. HOLLISTER"

Engraved on handle back: "PURE COIN"
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