Collection Highlights
The Surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown
Date:
Object Number:
PR.068.34
Medium:
Paper, engraving
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Pewter spoon
Object Number:
1921.26g
Date:
1750-1800
Medium:
Pewter
Dimensions:
Overall: 7 1/2 x 1 5/8 in. ( 19 x 4.1 cm )
Description:
Pewter spoon; midrib on front handle; stamped number on back handle.
Gallery Label:
This spoon was found in 1920 during subway excavations at Broad and Front Streets in lower Manhattan.
Credit Line:
Gift of Maurice Blumenthal
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
