1898 Sitka Alaska Salmon Fish Spoon historically important dated 1898 #missiongalleryantiquesWe are offering A Dated 1898 Silver Spoon of a Salmon Fish The spoon was made by hand, but does not show any Makers mark or Silver percentage mark. It is a wonderful piece of Alaska fishing history . In 1898, Sitka, Alaska, was a focal point in the burgeoning Alaskan salmon canning industry, While the first cannery in Alaska was built in Sitka in 1878, by 1898, the industry was booming, leading to both economic growth and depletion of salmon stocks.
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The neck of the brazier is raised on three cabriole legs
Brush Height: 3"
This ornate Coin silver beauty was made for the NYC Retailer
Pittsburgh
Overall Mat Height: 34 1/2"
A circa 1960's - 1970's piece of American Hopi Indian Jewelry
It features a beautiful repoussé and incised design throughout
An incredible c
Depth including frame: 2 1/4 inches
Retains the original mirror silvering
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