Apostle Spoons

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a series of twelve spoons, in precious metal, the handles of which are' adorned with representations of the apostles. Anciently they. were frequently given as baptismal presents by godparents of the upper classes to their godchildren. Several ancient examples of single spoons exist on which the Blessed Virgin or the patron saint of the child is also represented.