Antique 1800s Victorian Sterling Silver Cheese Scoop

This exceptional and large antique Victorian sterling silver cheese scoop has been crafted in the Victoria pattern.

The anterior and posterior surfaces of the waisted handle and shoulders are enveloped with scrolling leaf ornamentation with paralleling thread decorated borders to the stem.

The exceptional cheese scoop has an impressive scrolling leaf decorated heel to the reverse of the bowl.

This fine and impressive Victorian silver cheese scoop is a large example of its type.

Condition
This antique Victorian silver cheese scoop is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition.
The scrolling and thread ornamentation is sharp.
Full hallmarks struck to the reverse of the stem are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this example of Victorian silverware.

Dimensions
Length 24 cm / 9.4″
Width 3.9 cm  /1.5″

Weight
4.6 troy ounces /142g

Maker: Samuel Hayne & Dudley Cater
Date: 1838
Origin: London, England.