Antique 1850s W.B. Durgin H.B. Rogers Coin Silver Soup Ladle Fiddle Thread 12\" For Sale

Up for sale is a stunning, heavy American antique solid silver soup/punch ladle from the mid-19th century (circa 1850s–1860s).
This historic piece features a classic, crisp Fiddle Thread pattern handle. It is beautifully double-stamped on the reverse stem with the prestigious maker\'s mark \"W.B. DURGIN\" (Concord, New Hampshire) and the retail jeweler\'s stamp \"H.B. ROGERS & CO.\" (Hiram B. Rogers, jeweler working in Concord, NH during the same era).
The reverse base of the large, deep bowl features an elegant, raised heart-shaped structural drop—a hallmark trait of high-end American silver of this era.Condition:
Excellent antique condition with a wonderful aged patina and light surface marks consistent with age and careful use. No major dents or deep gouges. Please note there is a small, shallow vintage test/file mark on the reverse of the heart drop (visible in photos), which beautifully verifies the solid precious metal quality throughout the piece. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.