Vintage probably older (I think Edwardian) silver plate large serving spoons

Vintage probably older (I think, Edwardian) silver plate large serving spoons. This is a nice set of 4 large serving spoons. They have a nice monogram to each handle (S). Hallmarks on back read BJ& HH. Unfortunately I can't find any further information. There is a date letter, n in a shield, but again no information. They are definitely good quality - no one would monogram items with no value as cutlery was very expensive and not easy to obtain in the early 20th century. With more research I'm sure you could find the year and makers.

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There is some age related wear and slight tarnishing. 

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Very collectible. Size:  23 cm long 5 cm wide at spoon end.

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The history of spoons is long and varied, with evidence of spoons dating back to the Paleolithic era. Spoons have been used for eating, cooking, and as gifts.

Early spoons

Ancient Egypt: Spoons made of wood, ivory, and flint, some with religious symbols

Shang Dynasty China: Spoons made of bone, used for eating and cooking

Ancient Greece and Rome: Spoons made of bronze and silver, used by the wealthy

Medieval Europe: Spoons made of wood, horn, brass, and pewter

English spoons

The earliest mention of a spoon in England was in 1259

The Coronation Spoon was used to anoint English sovereigns in the 12th century

Apostle Spoons were popular christening gifts in Tudor times

Wooden spoons

Common throughout history because they were easy to carve and inexpensive

Used in kitchens around the world

In Britain, wooden spoons were given to students with the worst academic performance

Other uses of spoons

Welsh Lovespoons were given as gifts of affection or to commemorate visits to Wales

In Canada, spoons are played as an accompaniment to fiddle music

Chinese spoons are used for eating and serving soups and other liquids