Vintage Port Moresby Silver-Plated Souvenir Spoon with Bird of Paradise Motif, Papua New Guinea

A distinctive vintage silver-plated souvenir spoon commemorating Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea. The decorative handle features a finely modelled Bird of Paradise above a tropical landscape scene with foliage and a prominent PORT MORESBY inscription.

Measuring approximately 12 cm in length, this characterful collector’s spoon is an appealing example of Pacific travel memorabilia. Its detailed relief work and Papua New Guinea theme make it an attractive addition to a souvenir spoon collection, a cabinet display or a curated group of vintage travel keepsakes.

Details

Item: Vintage souvenir collector’s spoon

Souvenir Location: Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea

Maker: Unidentified

Country of Manufacture: Unconfirmed

Material: Silver-plated base metal

Mark: 90 silverplate quality mark

Decoration: Bird of Paradise, tropical foliage, landscape motif and PORT MORESBY inscription

Length: Approx. 12 cm

Condition

Very good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with previous use. Please review the photographs carefully for the full condition.

Historical and Collector Context

Souvenir spoons became popular travel collectibles during the late 19th and 20th centuries, often featuring landmarks, local symbols and regional motifs. This example celebrates Port Moresby, the capital of Papua New Guinea, through a richly detailed tropical design and a prominent Bird of Paradise motif.

The Bird of Paradise is closely associated with Papua New Guinea and gives the spoon a distinctive regional character. The visible 90 mark is consistent with a silverplate quality mark rather than a solid silver fineness mark. Its visual detail and Pacific theme make it an appealing piece for collectors of vintage souvenir spoons and Papua New Guinea memorabilia.

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.