Salt spoons (2) made from Mexican coins

1850-1900

Place madeMexico, North America

Silver, textile, paper

Overall: 3 1/4 x 1/2 x 1/8 in. ( 8.3 x 1.3 x 0.3 cm )

Gift of Mrs. John Rogers

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These Mexican silver salt spoons were owned by Mrs. John (Harriet Moore Francis) Rogers, Jr. (1841-1927), wife of the sculptor John Rogers. They lived in New York until 1877, when they established their residence in New Canaan, CT.

Markingsstamped: on coins: "DEI GRATIA...[illeg.]" written: on calling card: "Old Mexican silver salt spoons - made from coins/Loaned by..." printed: on calling card: "Mr. & Mrs. John Rogers./New Canaan, Ct."

ClassificationsSOUVENIRS

DescriptionPair of salt spoons with twist handles and bowls made from coins; tied with piece of ribbon and attached to calling card of Mrs. John Rogers.

Object NameSalt spoons (2) made from Mexican coins