A Francis Higgins II, London, Victorian Silver Gilt Salt Spoon

Manufacturer - Francis Higgins, London
Francis Higgins was one of the leading silversmiths of the mid-Victorian era. Francis Higgins & Son. rose to great prominence for the quality and ingenuity of their silverware and as specialist spoon and fork makers, regarded as one of the most important firms of Victorian silversmiths specializing in this field. As a leading maker of flatware, much of Francis Higgins’ work was supplied to some of the finest retailers

Date - 1845

Description - A striking Victorian silver salt spoon in the classic fiddle and thread pattern, complete with thread detailing to the heel and a richly gilded bowl—applied originally to protect the silver from the corrosive effects of salt. The terminal is engraved with a heraldic device, adding distinction and a sense of provenance. A handsome and well‑crafted example of 19th‑century table silver.
Condition - This spoon is in clean, very good condition

Hallmark - The spoon has a manufacturer's cypher for Francis Higgins together with London date cypher for 1845

Dimensions - Maximum length - 10.5cm
Total weight - 23gm