An antique silver tea straw spoon, consisting of a long, hollow tube ending in a beveled tip forming a straw, and a hemispherical, perforated spoon at the other end. This type of utensil was used for drinking loose-leaf tea, allowing the tea to be stirred and then sipped through the perforations that held the leaves. The decoration is simple, with a turned ring motif on the stem, typical of 19th-century utilitarian pieces. It bears an "800" hallmark, indicating a common silver standard for continental European silverware of this period. It has a beautiful, even antique patina.
✦ Origin: Europe ✦ Estimated period: 19th century ✦ Dimensions: Approximately 17 x 1.5 cm ✦ Material: Silver (hallmarked 800) ✦ Condition: Good used condition, slight marks and micro-scratches, antique patina, sound structure
A refined antique utensil, ideal for a collection of antique silverware, 19th century tableware or curiosities related to tea and ancient tasting practices.
