Object Details
Maker
Unknown
Date
ca. 1740
Geography
United States
Culture
North American
Medium
metal; silver
Dimensions
Overall: 4 in; x 10.16 cm
Provenance
Undocumented
Inscriptions
A commemorative inscription of a later date reads, "Bates June 9th, 1691" engraved on handle. Apparently unmarked; maker's mark worn.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Jeannette R. Marks
Collection
The Diplomatic Reception Rooms, U.S. Department of State, Washington, D.C.
Accession Number
RR-1974.0129.1-.2