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This is a set of 4 cute salt spoons, which I believe to be from 19th century Austria. A friend told me that the melt value for the spoons would be about $20, but I am not even considering melting the spoons as an option. I would like to know the value of these as collectors items and any history or information at all.
Re: Set of 4 Austrian Silver Salt Spoons
I think you are correct in keeping, not melting them down!
A small set of 4 spoons of this vintage would be worth more than the melt value!
I am not an expert in silver, but would suggest that you actually ask your question on a specialty site. One such that I am on is: http://www.ascasonline.org
Marks are a field unto themselves, but your's do appear to me as non British silver marks of significant age. The crest & crown you show suggest either a military service for higher ranking officers or one from a 'noble' family.
It's certainly worth finding out more!
Good luck!
Re: Set of 4 Austrian Silver Salt Spoons
any Victorian Small Silver salt and teaspoons like this often sell for over $15.00 each. The mark on yours was used from 1867 on. From 1867 the silver fineness was indicated by a number beside "Diana head": 1=950/1000 - 2=900/1000 - 3=800/1000 -4=750/1000.The makers mark I can't make out.
Lovejoy
Re: Set of 4 Austrian Silver Salt Spoons
There might a small letter to the right of the Diana face...such as an a, meaning the spoon was made in Vienna. There is a terrific online site in Italy which contains incredible amounts of information and pictures of silverware produced in Austria.
Bob