Huge Antique English Victorian Exeter Fiddle Sterling Silver Punch Soup Ladle

Presented is an antique, English sterling silver punch or soup ladle made by Robert, James and Josiah Williams of Exeter in 1849. This is a huge, heavy weight ladle done in a classic Fiddle pattern. The front of the handle has a finely engraved crest of a Griffin.    The back of the handle is marked with the 3 towers for they city of Exeter, the lion passant for sterling silver, a date letter A for the year 1849, a duty mark of Queen Victoria’s head and a maker’s mark for Robert, James and Josiah Williams.   This piece is in great condition, especially for its age. There is minimal surface wear and no damages or repairs.   Length: 13 inches.    Weight: 270 grams or 9.5 ounces.