Sugar Shovel 1810 - 1830

"Sugar Shovel," is a silver spoon, likely made for domestic use, created sometime between 1810 and 1830. The spoon is a simple yet elegant piece of silverware, designed for scooping sugar. It's crafted with a shallow, wide bowl and a long, curved handle that is marked with the initials "R. M." The spoon, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, represents a common object of the early 19th century. This type of silverware was likely made by a local silversmith, reflecting the craftsmanship and artistry of the time.