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Roman Silver Spoon / Cochlearium - 22.7 grams

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Roman Silver Spoon / Cochlearium - 22.7 grams
Roman Silver Spoon / Cochlearium - 22.7 grams
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Description
Roman, later Imperial Period, ca. 3rd to 4th century CE. An ornate silver spoon known as a cochlearium. The bowl is shaped like a rounded flask in cross section, and the handle narrows into a point at the end for use in extracting snails or seafood from their shells. The bowl is joined to the handle by a thick piece of silver that projects upward at a ninety degree angle. Size: 1" W x 7" H (2.5 cm x 17.8 cm); 22.7 grams

Provenance: private Houston, Texas, USA collection

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Condition
Slight bending to form of handle. Nice patina on surface with small amounts of encrustation in lower profile areas.
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Roman Silver Spoon / Cochlearium - 22.7 grams

Estimate $700 - $1,050
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Starting Price $300
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