Elizabeth Cooke (silversmith)

Elizabeth Cooke was an English silversmith active in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. While specific biographical details remain scarce, she is known through marked silver pieces bearing her distinct maker's mark. Her work is characterized by hallmarks typically found on English silver of the period, indicating assay location and date. Items attributed to her include domestic silver such as tankards, porringers, and other drinking vessels reflecting the styles prevalent during the reigns of William III and Queen Anne. Her work demonstrates a level of craftsmanship commensurate with other silversmiths operating within the established London trade networks of the time. Research continues to uncover further details of her life and contributions to the silversmithing craft.