Vintage 1969 Theodorus Niemeyer 150th Anniversary Solid Silver Commemorative Spoon – Dutch Collector’s Item
This is a rare commemorative silver spoon crafted in 1969 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Theodorus Niemeyer, a historic Dutch tobacco company established in 1819. The spoon features an intricately detailed figure of a Roman soldier or guard on the handle, resting atop a classical column design. The bowl of the spoon is engraved with the words: “THEODORUS NIEMEYER – 150 – 1819–1969” This piece appears to be solid silver (not silver-plated), and includes hallmark stamps on the back — including a crowned “N” and three distinct marks consistent with Dutch silver hallmarks. The exact silver purity is likely .835, a common standard in the Netherlands.
1. Length Use a ruler or measuring tape and measure from the top of the figurine to the bottom of the spoon bowl (end to end). • Most souvenir spoons like this are 10–15 cm (4–6 inches) long. 2. Bowl Width & Length Measure the widest part and longest part of the spoon bowl. • Typically around 3–4 cm wide and 5–6 cm long. 3. Weight If you have a kitchen scale (grams) or a jeweler’s scale, place the spoon on it. • If it’s solid silver, it will likely weigh 30–60 grams. 4. Optional: Thickness
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Hi Nihad,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
What is the actual length of this spoon? Can you provide me with an accurate weight?
Thanks,
Delia
Hi Nihad,
So as not to delay this appraisal, I'm moving forward, basing it on recent selling prices of Niemeyer anniversary spoons that weigh 30 grams (0.9 troy ounces) and are 4 inches in length; if it's heavier and/or longer than that, please let me know so I can update this appraisal accordingly.
Theodorus Niemeyer (1833–1909) was a prominent tobacco magnate in Groningen, Netherlands. The Niemeyer company (est. 1819) produced a wide range of pipe tobacco, snuff, and cigars and was later acquired by British American Tobacco (BAT). Over time, souvenir items, including commemorative spoons, were made to promote or celebrate Niemeyer and the company’s history, including this spoon, made in 1969, to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the company. This spoon has interest among collectors of tobacconiana (tobacco-related memorabilia) as well as by silverware collectors.
When other examples of this spoon have come to auction, they typically sell for $75-125
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage .835 Dutch silver commemorative spoon
mid 20th Century
With a figural finial, scrolled handle and bowl marked.
4 inches long
CONDITION: This appears to have wear to the bowl
PROVENANCE: Acquired at auction
$ 75-125*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia