{"product_id":"antique-english-sterling-silver-soup-ladle-birmingham-1906","title":"Antique Silverplated Soup Ladle c.1907","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA magnificent Silverplated soup ladle crafted in Birmingham, England by John Sherwood \u0026amp; Sons and retailed in Canada.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ladle features a classic fiddleback handle, deep rounded bowl, and a graceful balance that speaks to its quality. Weighing an impressive 168 grams and measuring 10 inches in length, it’s both elegant and substantial — ideal for serving soups, punch, or for display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface retains a soft antique patina, with only gentle wear consistent with age. A collectible piece of early Silverplated serving pieces, marked by the distinctive beaver hallmark symbolizing Canadian origin and authenticity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Maker: John Sherwood \u0026amp; Sons, Birmingham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRetailer: Henry Birks \u0026amp; Sons Ltd., Montreal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHallmarks: Crown \/ Beaver \/ “A” (c.1907)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonogram: Ornate script initials (period engraving)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMetal: Silverplate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 168 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 10 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: Early 20th century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition; light surface wear, original patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47687463338235,"sku":"VINT4445","price":165.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/9645\/8379\/files\/FullSizeRender_2618cbbc-14eb-4963-8f0d-dc4a713150db.heic?v=1762720554","url":"https:\/\/www.blackbirdvintage.com\/products\/antique-english-sterling-silver-soup-ladle-birmingham-1906","provider":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}