Seven Charleston, SC Coin Silver Spoons, Mark of J. E. Spear

(active 1846-1871) including a set of three tablespoons engraved "Winsmith" (8 5/8 in.); a pair of spoons with period monogram (7 1/8 in.); one fiddle & thread spoon with period monogram; and one fiddle spoon with period monogram (small tear to bowl).

11.1 total troy oz.

The Lifelong Collection of Keith and Caroline Gray, Charlotte, NC. Keith and Caroline Gray were passionate about antiques, art, and history. Together they attended antique shows and auctions for decades – assembling a collection particularly strong on American coin silver, Asian art, historical documents, early images, and English ceramics. Both were longtime supporters of the Mint Museum in Charlotte, with Caroline serving in multiple capacities from docent to a member of the acquisitions board and trustee. Caroline translated her love of material culture into a successful career, becoming a certified property appraiser in Charlotte.

Good estate condition.