Vintage seashell sugar spoon

Vintage Seashell Sugar Spoon – Vintage Metal Absinthe or Sugar Server

Not all treasures are buried at sea. Some lie quietly in kitchen drawers, steeped in ritual and whispers of the past. This shell-shaped pierced spoon, with its ornate handle and gentle tarnish, could easily have stirred more than sugar. Perhaps it once danced above a glass of absinthe, resting on the rim while a sugar cube slowly dissolved, unleashing the green muse beloved by poets and painters.

Its form speaks of elegance, but its patina speaks of time. Whether used in a bohemian salon or a quiet countryside tea table, it brings a moment of enchantment to the everyday.

Vintage pierced absinthe spoon with a beautiful seashell-shaped bowl and ornate handle. The darkened silver tone and decorative cutouts create a romantic and nostalgic look – a perfect piece for collectors, stylists, or those who love unusual vintage tableware.

Originally used in the absinthe ritual, this spoon also works beautifully as a sugar spoon, small strainer, or poetic serving piece for spices or tea.

Material: Likely silver-plated metal
Quantity: Listing is for one item (more available)

Mark: The mark “КАМ МНЦ” indicates that the item was made at the Kamensk metal factory and is composed of melchior—a nickel, copper, and zinc alloy that resembles silver but contains no precious metals

Ideal for boho gatherings, moody still lifes, or simply to stir a bit of history into your home.

Available also as a complete set of six matching spoons, a rare find for collectors and vintage tableware lovers.

Vintage patina, no structural damage. Beautiful darkening adds to its character.

Measurements:
length 5,6 inches tall 14,3 cm
weight: 35 g

€80.00

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