ROMAN GOLD SURGICAL SPOON Ca. AD 100 - 300 An ancient Roman gold spoon, featuring a long, narrow shaft leading to a small, spoon-shaped end. It was likely used to extract ointments or powders from a storage pot and apply them to treat ailments. Size: 213mm x 7mm; Weight: 13.9g Provenance: Prince collection, 1990s-2014, Ex. Christies, Sale 4925, 26 April 2012, London, lot 163. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.