1940's - 1950's Vintage Set Of 6 Silver Plated St. Paul/St. Matthew Apostle Demitasse Spoons Stoneware

1940's - 1950's Vintage Set Of 6 Silver Plated St. Paul/St. Matthew Apostle Demitasse Spoons StonewareSix identical silver plated Apostle demitasse spoons manufactured between 1940s & the 1950s with the EPNS mark behind the stem. Each spoon has an ornate embossed motif above the bowl as well as directly beneath the apostle figurine depicted at the handle top. Each is shown as holding a book, which is attributed to St. Paul, or a wallet, which is then attributed to St. Matthew. The apostle spoon has its history as having become a popular baptismal gift

however none of the items are damaged in any other way

all decorated in pattern JB47

Green leaf motifs have been used around the verge

The plate also has a scalloped gold trimmed rim

Pat No 592790

In 1986 Alfi became part of WMF and continues to manufacture today as part of the WMF Group

In 2006 the firm was closed

In 1958 E Brain & Co took over Coalport China and transferred the firm to theirs at Foley Works

the case is in very good functioning condition

This item is a medium sized porcelain jug manufactured by Alfred Meakin Ltd

These items were manufactured in Sheffield between 1863 and 1870

The items are each handle stamped Eetrite 24 Carat Gold Plated Fleur