Soup Ladle
Date1820 - 1825
Mediumsilver
Dimensions13 1/4 inches (33.7 cm)
Markingspseudo hallmarks in rectangles: FM; kings head; lion passant; D
Credit LineMuseum purchase.
Object number1982.5
CopyrightThe images and text contained on this page are owned by Telfair Museums or used by the Museum with permission from the owners. Unauthorized reproduction, transmission or display of these materials is prohibited with the exception of items deemed “fair use” as defined by U.S. and international copyright laws.Label TextFrederick Marquand (1799-1882) worked as a silversmith and retailer in Savannah c.1820-1825 in partnership with his cousin, Josiah Penfield as J. Penfield & Co. In 1826 he relocated to New York City, where he continued his trade along with various family members until 1839. A huge amount of silver bearing his mark is still extant. Telfair Museums' silver collection currently holds 93 individual pieces of silver with Marquand's mark.