Post #693063 by Grand Kahu on Mon, Sep 9, 2013 11:37 PM

That is a really interesting idea. It might make sense for both the possible rarity and the fact the Trader Vic's mark is on the underside. While the "hidden" name is not that unusual for restaurant silverplated flatware, it seems more likely that the Trader Vic's name would have been prominent and on the top of the spoon if it were a souvenir. As an "inside" special gift, "Trader Vic's" mark could take a back seat to the tiki motif on the front. And a small "silver spoon," aside from its more obvious association as a baby gift, does nicely represent the food service industry. The only thing I might expect would be the recipient's name or initials on it too.

GK