How Do You Find The Value Of An Antique Spoon?
Antique tableware, particularly spoons, has been a popular collectible for decades. Spoons often commemorated a special occasion such as a baby’s birth, a christening or an anniversary. Many popular tourist sites made souvenir spoons that are very collectible today. Antique spoons are not usually made from stainless steel, but from other metals such as silver, silver plate or pewter, and often have hallmarks or other marks on them. Unmarked spoons are difficult to identify. However, extensive mark guides and documented antique examples are available to help you estimate the value of a marked spoon. Take clear, detailed pictures of the spoon with a digital camera. Download the photos to your computer, save the digital images, and print copies for your records. Take measurements of the spoon and mark them down on a notepad. Note any writing or special design features. Use a magnifying glass to check for any hallmarks or maker’s marks on the back of the spoon. Record those on your notepad
