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Item: Teaspoon Description: Picture-back 'British Hearts of Oak' Hallmark: London circa 1765 Dimensions: 120mm long Comments: A rare picture back spoon with the word "BRITISH" above a heart symbol amongst acorns and oak leaves. The spoon is in good condition apart from the picture which is a little worn (although better than the image suggest as all the features are still visible). There are contemporary baptismal initials "A*P" to the reverse terminal. The song "Hearts of Oak" was written by Dr William Boyce in celebration of the British naval victories at Quebec and Quiberon Bay in 1759. The song has since become the official march of the Royal Navy. This spoon was likely made in celebration of those victories and subsequent song. Price: SOLD Ref. No.: QH/7779 Payment options More item information |
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