An early 17^th century Norwegian silver spoon, Stavanger circa 1620 by Jochum Jochumsen Kirsebom (active 1618-54)

The twisted stem with a ball finial leading to a flattened rectangular section with engraved with a hatched reserve between worked rectangular sections leading to a rounded bowl. Rudimentary engraved initials to the reverse. Makers mark IK only to the reverse.

Length – 13.6 cm / 5.45 inches

Weight – 26 grams / 0.84 ozt

Provenance: The Berkley Family of Spetchley Park