Fork ID help

[Mr. Magoo]

Hey all-
Did some beach hunting here in western washington yesterday with some buddies and one of my finds was a 7.25" fork with makers mark of "C.P." on the back. Buildings ranged from 1871-1879. Can anyone help I.D. who made this and see if it matches the time frame of the buildings? Thanks!

 

[Erik in NJ]

Those two bumps near where the handle meets the piece with the tines are called "shoulders." These were in vogue during a certain timeframe. If you Google something like "silverware shoulders" you might be able to get some links. My guess on this piece is 1880 - 1920, leaning closer to the latter.

 

[Mr. Magoo]

Thanks. I'll look.

 

[HutSiteDigger]

Might be a C P & Co marking.. in business from 1906-1912

 

[MUD(S.W.A.T)]

Yup that's a fork.

Keep @ it and HH !!