Antique Georgian Scottish Provincial Silver Teaspoons | William Hannay, Greenock c.1810, Set of 4

Antique Georgian Scottish Provincial Silver Teaspoons | William Hannay, Greenock c.1810

An authentic late-Georgian Scottish provincial silver set of four teaspoons, crafted in a classic regional form by the esteemed silversmith William Hannay of Greenock.

The pieces feature elegant oar-end handles seamlessly transitioning into long, clean ovoid bowls, each finished with a beautifully engraved script monogram at the terminal. The unadorned, minimalist aesthetic highlights the fine localised craftsmanship typical of early 19th-century regional Scottish silversmithing, operating independently outside of Edinburgh and Glasgow.

A wonderful addition for serious silver collectors, historic dining displays, or as a sophisticated antique gift with genuine 215-year-old historical patina.

Marks

The reverse of each stem carries a clear, highly legible set of Scottish provincial maker and town marks:

• Maker's Mark: WN — William Hannay, esteemed regional silversmith of Greenock
• Town Mark: Anchor / Ship motif — the historic trade symbol for the Greenock assay area

Note: Scottish provincial silver of this period was not subject to the same standardised assay office hallmarking as English silver, making these maker and town marks the primary authentication marks.

Specifications

• Material: Solid Scottish Provincial Silver
• Total Weight: 48g (approx. 12g per spoon)
• Total Length: Approx. 5⅞" (13.7cm) each
• Bowl Width: Approx. 1⅛" (2.9cm) at the widest point
• Pattern Style: Old English / Oar End pattern with script monogrammed terminals

Condition

Good antique condition with wonderful character consistent with over 215 years of history. We describe condition honestly so you know exactly what you are buying:

• Minor surface dings, small shallow indents, and fine surface scratching to the bowls and stems gathered over the decades
• Soft, natural historical patina and honest signs of historic use
• No splits, holes, or structural compromises — the stems remain straight, the bowls are intact, and the individual punches remain remarkably sharp and legible

Please inspect all photographs closely to verify condition details — the items pictured are the exact pieces you will receive.

What's Included

• Set of 4 Georgian Scottish Provincial Silver Teaspoons by William Hannay, Greenock
• Luxury black presentation box
• Anti-tarnish tissue

Shipping

Sent via Royal Mail Special Delivery — fully tracked, insured, and signature required on delivery.