Stainless steel teaspoon in 'Sweet Briar' pattern by THOR USA

This teaspoon is part of the 'Sweet Briar' pattern produced by THOR USA, a manufacturer of stainless steel flatware that operated in the United States during the mid-20th century. The pattern features a delicate floral design at the handle tip, characteristic of mid-century American stainless steel tableware that combined elegance with durability. Stainless steel flatware gained significant popularity in American households during the 1950s and 1960s as a practical alternative to silver and silverplate, requiring no polishing while maintaining an attractive appearance. Collectors of mid-century American tableware appreciate these pieces for their craftsmanship, distinctive patterns, and representation of post-war American manufacturing and domestic life. The THOR brand pieces are particularly valued by collectors focusing on American-made stainless steel flatware.