Georgian 'Galleon - back' Teaspoon, 1765

This is a good example of a highly sought after Hanoverian pattern picture back teaspoon. The detail on this galleon back teaspoon is a little worn and the bowl tip a touch sharp, but overall it is a good example of its type. It bears original "ML" ownership initials to the reverse terminal. the maker's mark is partly mis-struck but is likely to be "P.R" for the specialist spoonmaker Philip Roker.

This particular picture back depicting a three-masted galleon in full sail is likely to celebrate a British naval victory.