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Authentic, antique 1937 British royal commemorative souvenir spoon produced by the prominent luxury silver firm, The Alexander Clark Co. Ltd.This historic piece was issued to celebrate the coronation of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth (parents of Queen Elizabeth II) on May 12, 1937.Design & Hallmarks:
• Front: Features crisply detailed relief profile portraits of the King and Queen beneath the Imperial State Crown, with the commemorative date \"1937\" stamped down the handle finial.
• Reverse: Stamped clearly with the maker\'s hallmark \"THE ALEXANDER CLARK CO. LTD.\" alongside an \"A\" inside a circle, which denotes their highest premium A1 grade of electroplated nickel silver (EPNS).The Alexander Clark firm manufactured their premium flatware from their famous Welbeck Works in Sheffield and distributed them through high-end showrooms on Oxford Street in London. This makes for a wonderful addition to any collection of British royal memorabilia, mid-century European history, or antique souvenir flatware.Condition:
Good antique condition with bright, reflective luster. Shows minor surface micro-scratching, small scuffs, and light age-appropriate tarnish consistent with its 89-year-old history. The relief portraits and text remain crisp and highly legible. No deep gouges, heavy dents, or structural bends.