American Coin Silver Mote Spoon, Rufus Farnam, Norwich, CT, Boston, MA, Hanover, NH, Early Nineteenth Century

Provenance: Gebelein to Charles Williams, 1975 A mote spoon is a small, specialized utensil historically used to remove tea leaves and debris from tea pots. Popular during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, these delicate spoons feature a narrow bowl and often a pointed stem or prong at the handle's end—the prong served to clear clogged teapot spouts. This American coin silver example by Rufus Farnam showcases the craftsmanship of early nineteenth-century silversmiths working across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire. The modest rippling in the bowl adds authentic character to this functional antique, making it a charming addition to any tea service collection or tea enthusiast's cabinet. Condition Slight ripples in bowl Measurements 5 1/4" length, 7/8" width. ASK A QUESTION