Guild of Handicraft 1937 GH1937

Guild of Handicraft Rattail Solid Silver Spoon – London 1937, Hand-Hammered with Engraved Finial

A fine and highly collectable solid silver hand-hammered spoon made by the renowned Guild of Handicraft in London, 1937. This elegant Rattail pattern spoon showcases the Guild’s commitment to the Arts & Crafts tradition, where hand craftsmanship and artistic detail took precedence over mass production.

The spoon features a rare engraved finial design, adding an unusual and distinctive touch to a classic form. At 16 cm long and weighing 40 grams, it is a substantial and beautifully balanced piece.

✨ Key Features

• Maker: Guild of Handicraft

• Date: London, 1937 (fully hallmarked)

• Style: Rattail pattern, hand-hammered finish

• Distinctive engraved finial – rare and unusual

• Size: 16 cm | Weight: 40 grams

• Condition: Very good, professionally polished

The Guild of Handicraft, founded by C.R. Ashbee in 1888, was one of the most important movements in British design, famed for its hand-worked silver and jewellery. Pieces like this spoon embody the ethos of the Arts & Crafts movement—beautiful, functional, and made with integrity.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of Guild of Handicraft silver, perfect for collectors of Arts & Crafts silver, or as a thoughtful gift for a lover of fine craftsmanship.

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