Gravy or Syrup Ladle, 7.75", Kings Design for Wardroom Mess Anchor

Gravy or Syrup Ladle 7.75" in US Navy Wardroom Officer's Mess (LT 03, LCDR 04, and CDR 05) regulation Kings Design silverware pattern with fouled anchor on front handle. This silverware was used during WWII, Korea, and Vietnam eras until inventory ran out. Part of the matching pattern used on the Wardroom Officer's Anchor china.