Teaspoon

Maker David B. Nichols (American, 1791 - 1860)

Datec. 1850s

Mediumsterling silver or coin silver

Dimensions5 3/4 × 1 1/8 inches (14.6 × 2.9 cm)

MarkingsMaker's mark stamped on the handle back: D.B. NICHOLS [in rectangle]

Credit LineGift of Mrs. Craig Barrow and Malcolm Bell, Jr.

Object numberOT1969.3.2

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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 TextDavid B. Nichols opened a shop on Bryan Street in 1815 and conducted business in the city for over two decades. In 1839, he sold his stock in trade to Oscar J. H. Dibble (1812–1860) and went north for a few years, returning to Savannah in 1843 and operating at the corner of Whitaker and Bryan Streets. He continued advertising as a watchmaker in the city until his death in 1860. This spoon has elaborately decorated handles that align with the increased ornament seen in American decorative arts of the pre-Civil War. Because it required more silver to create the raised decorations, it would also have been more expensive for the customer.

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