William Spratling “TS-24” Sterling & Gold Gilt Flatware Pair (Auction 2026-05-15, Lot 195)

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Latin America, Mexico, ca. mid to late 20th century CE. A sterling silver table knife and serving spoon with gold gilt accents from the William Spratling workshop. The knife features a tapered silver handle with a warm gilt roundel set into the terminal, stamped with the William Spratling script square hallmark and the Eagle 63 assay mark, and the blade is marked by the Mexican manufacturer Ekco, reading “Inoxidable / Hecho en Mexico / acero templado,” indicating tempered stainless steel. The serving spoon has a broad, rounded bowl and a matching tapered handle inset with geometric gilt elements, including a central circular accent framed by elongated diamond forms. The spoon is stamped with the William Spratling script square hallmark and “TS-24,” denoting production after 1979 by Sucesores de William Spratling. Size of spoon: 9″ L x 0.8″ W (22.9 cm x 2 cm); silver quality: 92%; gold quality: 38% to 65% (equivalent to 9K+ to 15K+); total combined weights: 148 grams

Provenance: ex-private Moore collection, Denver, Colorado, USA, acquired prior to 1990

Scratches and wear to both from use. Blade it sharp, handle with care. Minor patina and toning.