Snail spoon

Datasheet
Type of object
Spoon
Origin
Switzerland ?
Technique and material

Stainless steel

Date
21st century
Dimensions
6 x 16 x 3 cm

Such cutlery appeared in the 19th century and was set on the right side of the plate. The spring in the two hollows held the snail shell firmly in place and, usually, a small two-pronged fork was used to pull the snail out.