Antique Sterling Silver Demitasse Coffee Spoon by Charles Wilkes, Birmingham 1917, Engraved Betty

A charming antique sterling silver demitasse coffee spoon by Charles Wilkes, hallmarked in Birmingham in 1917. The spoon has an elegant, gracefully shaped handle with a personalised engraved name reading “Betty”, giving the piece an appealing sense of history and individual character.

Crafted during the George V era, this small English silver spoon is suitable for display, careful use or as a thoughtful antique gift for a collector of British silver.

Details

Item: Antique demitasse coffee spoon

Maker: Charles Wilkes

Origin: Birmingham, England

Date / Period: George V era, 1917

Material: Sterling silver

Hallmarks: Birmingham assay marks for sterling silver, dated 1917, with Charles Wilkes maker’s mark

Decoration: Personalised engraved name reading “Betty”

Length: Approx. 13.5 cm

Silver Weight: Approx. 20.4 g

Condition

Good antique condition with age-related surface wear and a warm natural patina. Please review the photographs carefully for the full condition and hallmark details.

Historical and Collector Context

Charles Wilkes was a Birmingham silversmith active during the early 20th century. His registered maker’s mark appears on a range of English sterling silver tableware and small decorative objects.

Demitasse spoons were traditionally used with small cups of strong coffee and were often made as refined table accessories or personal gifts. The clear Birmingham 1917 hallmarks and engraved name give this example an appealing period character.

Please Note

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.