Medieval Genuine Horn Spoon – 12.5 cm (5″) - Outlet

Medieval Genuine Horn Spoon – 12.5 cm (5″), Unique Piece

A Natural Gem on Your Table

This spoon, approximately 12.5 cm (5 inches) long, is not just a prop. It is a fully functional tool. Its surface is carefully polished to a high gloss, making it feel pleasantly smooth and "warm" to the touch, unlike cold metal. It is ideal for:

• Historical Reenactment and LARP: The perfect addition to your cutlery set, suitable for periods ranging from Antiquity through the Viking Age to the High Middle Ages.
• Home Use: It works wonderfully as a spoon for honey, jam, salt, or spices.
• Serving Delicacies: Horn, much like mother-of-pearl, does not react chemically with food and does not alter its taste. Therefore, it is the top choice (alongside mother-of-pearl) for consuming caviar or soft-boiled eggs without that metallic aftertaste.

Historical Insight: The "Plastic" of the Middle Ages

In the past, horn was what plastic is to us today. It was available, moldable, lightweight, yet durable enough for daily use. Spoons made of horn and bone were standard equipment in the bags of travelers, soldiers, and commoners for centuries. While metal spoons were often a privilege of the wealthy or too heavy for travel, the horn spoon was a lightweight, personal item that its owner carried everywhere.

How to Care for Horn

Horn is an organic material that requires a little love to stay looking new for years. Here is your maintenance guide:

• Wash the spoon by hand only in lukewarm water with mild soap after use.
• Dry it immediately with a soft cloth. Do not leave it soaking in the sink.
• Occasionally rub it with a drop of vegetable oil (e.g., olive or coconut oil) to maintain its shine and prevent cracking.

What to Avoid

To prevent irreversible damage or warping of the spoon, please follow these rules:

• Never put it in the dishwasher! Aggressive salts and high temperatures will destroy the horn structure.
• Do not use in a microwave oven.
• Do not expose it to extreme temperatures (boiling soups, scalding tea). The spoon is suitable for cold and lukewarm foods.
• Do not serve beverages with an alcohol content above 20% or strongly acidic liquids.

Note: The spoon is treated with a food-safe resin varnish certified for contact with food.