Found Part of a Pewter Spoon Yesterday. How Old is It?

[FreeBirdTim]

I found part of an old pewter spoon yesterday and can use some help. I would really like to know how old it is (just a rough estimate). I found it about six inches down and under a very large tree root, so it must be pretty old.

It's definitely pewter, but the handle has an iron reinforcing rod going through it. It has a scalloped design on the back and is heavy for it's size. Any help as to the age would be appreciated.

Here's a couple of pics:

 

[BuckleBoy]

The sea shell design where the handle meets the bowl indicates that this spoon dates from the Georgian era or just after.

 

[FreeBirdTim]

The sea shell design where the handle meets the bowl indicates that this spoon dates from the Georgian era or just after.

Thanks for that info! I guess I'll be going back to that spot ASAP! We've had a lot of rain over the last few days, so tomorrow should be a good day for hunting. Thanks again!

 

[austin]

Like Buckle Boy says, it is VERY old. and we ain't talking late Georgian either.

 

[Ahab8]

Yeah that's a very early one Tim! Go find the cob that's waiting for you in there. :-)

 

[Old Dude]

Congrats Tim. Looks like a likely spot for some very slow and meticulous swinging. Good luck.

 

[FreeBirdTim]

Thanks, guys! Your help and advice paid off big today! Only dug two relics at this spot, but they are both really cool! I'll post them in a new thread ASAP.