Soda Fountain Spoon

Object/Artifact

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Chester Historical Society

A tarnished silver spoon showing signs of wear and age, with scratches and discoloration predominantly visible on its bowl and along the handle. There is an inscription etched into the handle, Woolworth. The long, slender shape of the spoon handle contrasts with the rounded bowl, providing a hint of elegance despite its worn condition. The overall simplicity and the patina speak to its utilitarian history, possibly having served countless meals over the years.

A tarnished silver spoon showing signs of wear and age, with scratches and discoloration predominantly visible on its bowl and along the handle. There is an inscription etched into the handle, Woolworth. The long, slender shape of the spoon handle contrasts with the rounded bowl, providing a hint of elegance despite its worn condition. The overall simplicity and the patina speak to its utilitarian history, possibly having served countless meals over the years.

Name/Title

Soda Fountain Spoon

Entry/Object ID

chs-019921

Description

Vintage Woolworth Soda fountain spoon for ice cream sodas / sundaes "Woolworth's" engraved on handle in curling script Backstamp reads: "Oneida Hotel Plate", Hotel Plate is Silver Plate. It has significant tarnish / wear to the silver plating.

Context

Charles. N. Winters had an Ice Cream and Soda Fountain Shop in the Village of Chester on Main Street called The Winter Garden. This was donated by a relative, Gene Winters.

Category

Business

Acquisition

Accession

2024.12

Source or Donor

Gift of Gene Winters

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Oneida

Date made

circa 1940 - circa 1950

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Inscription

Location

Front and back of handle

Transcription

Front - Woolworth Back - Oneida Hotel Plate

Dimensions

Length

22.86 cm

Create Date

July 18, 2024

Update Date

August 2, 2024