British Medals, A Christening Set of spoon, fork and napkin ring, by Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings (Frank) Shepherd, the spoon a reproduction of the Coronation Anointing Spoon, the fork made with matching handle, the napkin ring set with Royal Arms, a rose, thistle and shamrock, spoon 150mm.., fork 146mm., in fitted and shaped maroon leather case of issue, a charming set in superb unused condition (3)
The Coronation Anointing spoon is kept with the Crown Jewels in the Tower of London. It is the oldest spoon of English origin and the only item of the Regalia to survive the Commonwealth.
(180-220 GBP)