Hi
I would be grateful in help with identifying which town this Swedish tablespoon is from. I believe the date is 1881 and C Holm is obviously the maker, there is however an H.G stamp to the front of the terminal, would this be the owners initials or perhaps a retailers stamp?
Many Thanks
Martin
Which Swedish town is this spoon from?
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Re: Which Swedish town is this spoon from?
The spoon is made in Norrköping (Saint Olof) in 1857 (C5). The maker is Carl Olof Holm 1841-1883. HG is owner's initials. Typical for the era.
Re: Which Swedish town is this spoon from?
The pattern is called "Palmes Suedois". It is an old common European rococo pattern. Ironically its name in Swedish is "Gammalfransk" meaning "Old French".
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Re: Which Swedish town is this spoon from?
Thank you very much for the information, it is most appreciated.
Martin
Martin