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Title: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 07, 2012, 11:30:58 PM

I have a set of spoons from J Trostrup of Oslo Norway.  Pictures below show the set.  Two different types of spoons are in the set, I am not sure that they both belong.  The bow contains 11 of the larger spoons.  Two in darker green, two in a very pale green, one white, three black, three brown/red.  The smaller spoons each have a different colored stone on top.

I have tried to find a set like this on the internet.  I have found some spoons that are similar but not in a set like the and especially not with the box shaped like this.

Each of the larger spoons has a marking on it showing it as Sterling Silver (the 925 J Trostrup hallmark).  No markings on the smaller spoons.

I also took them into a local jeweler who told me the set was worth approximately $400.

The box itself is obviously original and is not in the best condition.  Wear along the edges and overall wear top and bottom.  The clasps still work.

Questions I have are as follows:
1.  What is the approximate age of this set?
2.  Do the two spoon types belong in the same set?
3.  Is the $400 valuation noted above accurate?
4.  It would appear that I am missing one of the larger spoons, 11 does not make a set, I am guessing that the complete set should have 12 spoons....is this correct, or is this a Norwegian dozen  ?

Thanks and I look forward to your feedback.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 07, 2012, 11:37:50 PM

OK, I have pictures, but I am having problems uploading them.  I attach them but when I hit post, nothing happens.  Will continue to work on it and see if I can get them added.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 08, 2012, 09:30:16 AM

Finally got the pictures to attach.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 10:04:35 AM

http://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/assorted-sterling-and-.830-fine-silver-flatware:-2-u-9f68670fd9 Same name on auction. Seems to be comparison of George Jenson. High quality from Copenhagen.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 10:06:56 AM

http://www.bexfield.co.uk/04/f244.htm Are there any markings on the spoons themselves?

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 08, 2012, 10:13:56 AM

Thanks I will look those up.

The larger spoons do have the J Trostrup mark right at the neck (very small).

I have added some additional pictures as the ones above are not very clear, plus the hallmark.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 10:58:25 AM

They are beautiful. Those markings(.925) show they are sterling silver. Very nice spoons!  ;D

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 11:01:55 AM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/6-VINTAGE-J-TOSTRUP-STERLING-ENAMEL-SPOONS-Goldwash-Vermeil-NORWAY-/370622542762?pt=Antiques_Silver&hash=item564ad333aa Try this on ebay.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/SET-OF-12-STERLING-ENAMEL-SPOONS-TOSTRUP-1832-NORWAY-OSLO-SILVER-EDELMANS-/250945229004?pt=Antiques_Silver&hash=item3a6d8050cc This set is very similar.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 11:03:52 AM

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SET-6-J-TOSTRUP-NORWAY-GILDED-STERLING-SILVER-ENAMEL-DESSERT-SPOONS-/251097299359?pt=UK_Antiques_Silverware_RL&hash=item3a7690b99f Found them!

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 11:44:34 AM

http://www.leopardantiques.com/object/stock/detail/266 I'm getting closer with the otjer set.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 11:51:51 AM

Found them!  http://www.google.com/imgres?q=antique+silver+spoon+set+with+gemstones&start=199&hl=en&qscrl=1&nord=1&rlz=1T4LEND_enUS462US465&biw=1600&bih=773&tbm=isch&tbnid=SzXaHZZNnIKa5M:&imgrefurl=http://www.antiquesnavigator.com/old-silver-plate-price-guide/antique-silver-plate-price-guide-172.html&docid=xifQeyVJ0gngHM&imgurl=http://www.antiquesnavigator.com/ebay/images/2011/130559601942.jpg&w=400&h=378&ei=Tcj5T9nUGuSz6wHAiK3iBg&zoom=1

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 11:53:57 AM

http://www.antiquesnavigator.com/d-601136/10-silver-plate-demitasse-spoons-wsemiprecious-stones.html They didn't go for very much, but I think it was a great buy.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: KC on July 08, 2012, 12:23:33 PM

Hold on to them...they will only go up in value!  If you do sell....sell prior to Christmas - you get better bids!

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: mart on July 08, 2012, 01:41:34 PM

Is there a space in the box for each of the large spoons and one for each of the small spoons ??

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 08, 2012, 03:14:11 PM

Yes, space for all of them, but the small spoons do not look like they really belong in the box.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: greenacres on July 08, 2012, 03:36:55 PM

They are two differnt sets. They must have just kept it in one box.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 08, 2012, 04:11:12 PM

OK thanks, I am going to seperate them.

Much appreciated.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: mart on July 09, 2012, 09:27:55 AM

But if there is a space for each,, something had to go in it !! Could be a combo set, the small spoons for tea ( the long handled spoons like that are commonly called teaspoons) for stirring tea in taller glasses !! Enameled spoons are dessert or demitasse spoons for coffee !! (Shorter handles for cups) !!

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: ikench on July 09, 2012, 10:25:23 AM

I will try and find the maker of the smaller spoons to see if they are a part of this set.  When I say there is space they are kind of wedged inbetween the larger spoons.

Thanks for the help.

Title: Re: Trostrup Spoon set
Post by: mart on July 09, 2012, 11:23:20 AM

Oh !! So there is no slot it fits into ?? In that case Greenacres is right !! Two sets in one box !!