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Antique Silver: New York Wood & Hughes Late 1800's Sterling Spoon and Early American Silver Spoon by - Antique Silver: New York Wood & Hughes Late 1800's Sterling Spoon and Early American Silver Spoon by Paul Lafee (Ohio Made) Spoon has the hallmark for New York based Wood & Hughes (1845-1899) and is stamped ”Sterling” along with the name F.F. Bonnet. The spoon is also personally engraved ”Auntie 1890” on the reverse and reads ”Helen” on the front handle. Piece has engraved flowers, is approx 7” long, tests 92 parts silver and weighs 1.2 troy ounces. Also included is an early American made spoon by Paul Lafee (spoon is hallmarked P.A. Lafee with four additional hallmarks) from Dayton, OH c. 1855-1875. This spoon has an ink marking on the bowl, has a script monogram, is approx 6” long and weighs 0.6 troy ounces, tests 88 parts silver. Condition: We have endeavored to describe all items to the best of our ability- however THIS IS NOT A WARRANTY. All items are SOLD AS IS. Personal inspection is recommended and welcomed during preview and any time before item is sold. The omission of a condition report in no way indicates the item is without flaws, damage, and age wear. Specific condition questions are welcomed at least 24 hours prior to the start of the auction. Each item's description is independent and should not be used as a precedent to judge other items. If you cannot ascertain the information to bid with certainty, please do not bid. Jewelry and precious metals are not automatically tested. This includes items that are stamped and hallmarked. Some items have been scanned in the Niton DXL. The readings have been noted, but this IS NOT A GUARANTEE. Personal inspection is always the best way for an individual to make the most informed bidding decisions. Precious stones are not tested or removed from mountings to determine carat. Appraisals are attached for some items. THIS IS ALSO IN NO WAY A GUARANTEE. An appraisal is based on one professional's opinion. WE SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIM ANY AND ALL EXPRESSED AND OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY WITH REGARD TO ANY SALE MADE THROUGH APPLE TREE AUCTION CENTER. By bidding on the item you agree to any and all of these terms. We have many satisfied, repeat customers and look forward to the opportunity to count you as one. We hope you will consider previewing and attending one of our auctions in person.