ECS-S.78-2014
Parts
Object number
ECS-S.78-2014
Object type
Identification
Title
Eton Gravy Spoon
Title Type
assigned by cataloguer
Description
Gravy spoon with holes for detachable strainer (now lost)
Features
holes for detachable strainer (now lost)
Other number
78
Description
Dimensions
length (actual size): 302mm
Inscription
Engraved with the arms of Barnard on front and with E.C. for Eton College on back.
Inscription description
Leopards head crowned
Lion passant
Date mark: 1809-1810
Duty mark
Maker's mark: Eley, Fearn & Chawner
Lion passant
Date mark: 1809-1810
Duty mark
Maker's mark: Eley, Fearn & Chawner
Material
silver
Physical description
Plain Old English gravy spoon engraved with the arms of Barnard and E.C. for Eton College. With small holes for detachable strainer (now lost)
Production
Person
Date
1809-1810
History and association
References
• Jones, E. Alfred, The Plate of Eton College, The London Saint Catherine Press, 1938 (p.45)
