from
The Drawing Room of Newport
located in
Historic Newport Rhode Island
A special set of table spoons and documents and photographs. American Silver with the hallmark for Matthew Petit - 1811 New York. Monogram for Archibald Gracie (AEG) Size: 9" long and each spoon weighs 2.5 with the set weighing 21 oz. Archibald Gracie (June 25, 1755-April 11, 1829) was a Scottish born shipping magnate and an early American businessman and merchant in New York City and Virginia who spacious home, Gracie Mansion, now serves as the residence of the Mayor of New York City. In 1789, Gracie purchase a large tract of land on Horn's Hook near the East River, where the following year he constructed a large two story wooden mansion on the crest of the hill. Used primarily as his country home, the mansion quickly became a hub of the New York social scene. Gracie's distinguished guests included future United States President John Quincy Adams and future French King Louis Phillippe. Gracie sold the estate in 1823 to pay off debts. Condition: scuffs and bowl dents consistent with use and age. This set of spoons is descended from the family. Inquiries.
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