3 Antique STERLING SILVER Whiting "Lily of the Valley" Teaspoons Subtle Monogram

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View 3 Antique STERLING SILVER Whiting "Lily of the Valley" Teaspoons Subtle Monogram with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. These pieces showcase Whiting's most romantic and highly sought-after pattern: the iconic "Lily of the Valley," originally patented in 1885. This trio features a remarkably soft, elegantly stylized period monogram reading FJN. High-Impact Product Description An absolute masterpiece of Victorian silverwork for true connoisseurs of fine American heritage! Up for display is this exquisite, matching set of 3 antique teaspoons crafted by the legendary Whiting Manufacturing Company (a prestigious silversmith absorbed by Gorham in 1924). These pieces showcase Whiting's most romantic and highly sought-after pattern: the iconic "Lily of the Valley," originally patented in 1885. Each spoon is not just flatware—it is a tangible piece of late 19th-century high-society history that has survived beautifully for over 130 years.✨ WHY THIS SET IS AN UNMISSABLE INVESTMENT: Breathtaking Sculptural Detail: The delicate lily flowers (the Victorian symbol of purity and "the return of happiness") remain incredibly crisp and deep, framed by a gorgeous natural patina that makes the botanical relief pop. Fine Sterling: Fully hallmarked on the back with Whiting’s historic Rampant Lion crest and stamped "STERLING," guaranteeing solid .925 silver purity (56 grams of total weight). Perfect Classic Dimensions: Measuring exactly 5-7/8” long with a 1.25” wide bowl, these are the standard, highly versatile teaspoons ideal for upscale tablescapes or curated cabinet displays. 📜 THE "FJN" MONOGRAM: A Stamp of Authentic Pedigree This trio features a remarkably soft, elegantly stylized period monogram reading FJN. Far from a flaw, this subtle engraving serves as the living birth certificate of the set. It connects these spoons directly to an elite family estate from the Gilded Age, ensuring you are buying genuine heirloom antiquity, not a mass-produced modern reproduction. The script is so finely integrated into the handle that it flows seamlessly as part of the overall antique charm. Category: Antiques › Silver › Sterling Silver (.925) › Flatware & Silverware. Brand: Whiting Manufacturing Company.

Brand

Whiting Manufacturing Company

Pattern

Lily of the Valley

Type

Spoon

Style

Victorian

Country of Origin

United States

Age

1850-1899