Vintage Sterling Silver and Enamel London Marble Arch Souvenir Spoon, Turner & Simpson, Birmingham 1955

A vintage English sterling silver souvenir spoon by Turner & Simpson Ltd, fully hallmarked in Birmingham in 1955. The bowl is decorated with a raised depiction of Marble Arch, while the pierced terminal features the enamelled City of London coat of arms, a blue London banner and the traditional motto Domine Dirige Nos. The combination of London landmark imagery, coloured enamel and British sterling silver makes this an appealing mid-century travel collectable.

Details

• Item: Vintage London souvenir spoon
• Maker: Turner & Simpson Ltd
• Origin: Birmingham, England
• Date: 1955
• Material: Sterling silver with enamel decoration
• Marks / Hallmarks: Fully hallmarked with the T&S maker’s mark, Birmingham anchor, sterling silver lion passant and date letter; also stamped Made in England
• Design: Raised Marble Arch decoration within the bowl
• Handle: Pierced terminal with an enamelled City of London coat of arms, London banner and Domine Dirige Nos motto
• Length: Approximately 10 cm
• Weight: 12.5 grams
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with some light scratches consistent with age

Collector Context

Turner & Simpson Ltd was a Birmingham silversmith known for producing silver and enamel collectables during the twentieth century. This spoon reflects the tradition of British souvenir silverware created as a keepsake for visitors and collectors, with recognisable London imagery presented in a compact and decorative form.

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