Zilveren theezeef of mote lepel, 18e eeuws Hayo van der Schoor The handles are marked with

The handles are marked with German hallmarks

The silver clasps are hallmarked with the master hallmark V146

Silver ring with a fantasy design of 7 spheres

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The silver clasp is hallmarked with the second grade hallmark

Zilveren theezeef of mote lepel, 18e eeuws Hayo van der Schoor The handles are marked withSilver 'mote' spoon, used to strain tea leaves from the teacup as a precursor to the tea strainer. The spoon dates from the early 18th century. The bowl is beautifully sawn out and the spoon has a long twisted handle. This could be used to pierce a blocked tea spout. The spoon has not been inspected. Such a spoon is a rare sight in the Netherlands. Weight: 9. 7 grams. Length: 17 cm.