Antique Spoon Virginia Appraisal

Vintage Virginia Souvenir Spoon

This item is a vintage souvenir spoon, likely crafted from silver-plated metal, characterized by its shiny, reflective surface. The spoon features a decorative handle with an ornate crest at its very top. The crest is shield-shaped, with raised borders and colorful enamel detailing in blue, white, and red. Within the blue enamel band at the top of the crest, the word "VIRGINIA" is visible in raised white lettering. Below this, a white enamel section displays a depiction of a building, presumably a landmark associated with Virginia, also rendered in raised detailing. The lowest section of the shield is filled with red enamel. The handle itself is slender and elegantly shaped, flaring slightly towards the crest and tapering to meet the bowl. The bowl of the spoon is of a standard oval shape, polished to a high sheen, though some minor surface scratches and possibly slight tarnishing are visible, indicating use and age. The overall condition appears good for a vintage item, with no obvious signs of major dents, bends, or significant enamel loss. The craftsmanship suggests it was mass-produced for the tourist market, but with a good level of detail in the crest work. The style points towards a mid-20th-century origin, common for collectible souvenir spoons.