Recovered Relics Certificate of Authenticity
Item: Sterling Silver Teaspoon
Date: 1836
Origin: London, England
Silversmith: Joseph Willmore
Monarch at Time of Assay: William IV (Reigned 1830–1837)
Assay Office: LondonDescription:
This authentic sterling silver teaspoon is a fine example of early 19th-century English craftsmanship. Assayed in London in the year 1836, the piece bears the hallmark of renowned silversmith Joseph Willmore, whose work is highly regarded among collectors for its precision and elegance.
The spoon is marked wit
h the traditional English silver hallmarks:
Leopard’s Head – London Assay Office
Lion Passant – Guarantee of Sterling Silver (92.5%)
Date Letter “A” – Corresponds to 1836
Duty Mark – Profile of Queen Victoria, signifying tax paid on silver during that period
Maker’s Mark – “JW” for Joseph Willmore
This spoon was produced during the final year of King William IV’s reign, shortly before the Victorian era began. Its form, balance, and purity reflect the high standards of Georgian silversmithing and offer a glimpse into a transitional moment in British history.
Certified by:
Recovered Relics Historical Silver Division
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