This large serving spoon is sterling silver and the pattern is hammered from handle to bowl. The bowl is large enough for serving casseroles, and the handle3 has a sterling silver bezel surrounded by sun rays that holds an oval carnelian stone that measures 5/8” by 4judt over 1/2", a nice touch to add glamor to the serving spoon. We have been unable to identify Alvespinto or Prata, but it would seem that one is the maker’s name and one is the pattern name. This sterling silver hammered serving spoon is stunning and will become a favorite serving piece quickly.