Antique German 800 Silver Gold-Washed Ice Cream Spoons, Set of Six, H. Meyen & Co

A refined antique set of six German 800 silver ice cream spoons, crafted by H. Meyen & Co in the early 20th century. Each spoon features a warm gold-washed bowl and an intricately decorated handle with an ornate crest-like terminal, creating an elegant and distinctive table setting.

Substantial in weight and beautifully preserved as a complete set, these spoons combine practical function with strong decorative appeal. Their specialised form, rich gilt contrast and clearly marked German silver construction make them particularly attractive for collectors of antique European silver and fine tableware.

Details

Item: Set of six antique ice cream spoons
Maker: H. Meyen & Co
Origin: Germany
Date / Period: Early 20th century
Material: 800 silver
Hallmarks: German crown and crescent mark with 800 fineness stamp
Decoration: Gold-washed bowls with intricately detailed handles and ornate crest-like terminals
Length: Approx. 14.5 cm each
Total Weight: Approx. 146.5 grams
Condition: Excellent antique condition with minimal wear. The gold wash remains vibrant, and the handles retain their intricate decorative detail.

Historical and Collector Context

H. Meyen & Co was a Berlin firm associated with the production of fine silver cutlery and tableware. The company is recorded among Prussian court suppliers, reflecting the quality and standing of its silver production during the period.

The German crown and crescent hallmark was used alongside the fineness mark to identify solid silver articles produced for the German market. In this set, the 800 stamp indicates an alloy containing 80% pure silver. Specialised serving pieces such as ice cream spoons reflect the refined dining customs of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when formal table settings often included purpose-made utensils for individual courses.

Complete sets of antique silver spoons are increasingly appealing to collectors, particularly when they retain their original gilt finish and clearly identifiable maker’s marks. This H. Meyen & Co set offers an attractive combination of historical provenance, substantial silver weight and elegant presentation.

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