Cutlery set - Silver

00
days
20
hours
58
minutes
30
seconds
Current bid
€ 65
Reserve price not met
Dési van Rhee
Expert
Selected by Dési van Rhee

Over 20 years' experience in antiques with a background in art history.

Estimate  € 150 - € 200
11 other people are watching this object
frBidder 8962 €65
chBidder 3297 €60

Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 124142 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Antique pair of French solid silver cutlery, circa 1850–1900, 63 g total and 18 cm tall, in good condition with minor signs of aging, hallmarked with the Minerva Head State Guarantee Mark confirming argent massif.

AI-assisted summary

Description from the seller

This is an elegant antique pair of French silver cutlery. With a combined weight of 63 grams, these pieces are substantial and exemplify the high-quality craftsmanship of French silversmithing.


The authenticity and purity of the silver are guaranteed by the official French government hallmark: State Guarantee Mark (Poinçon de Garantie): Each piece features the "Minerva Head" (Tête de Minerve) hallmark.

The Minerva stamp confirms that the item is made of Solid Silver (Argent Massif).

The presence of the Minerva mark dates these pieces to the period post-1838, typically late 19th or early 20th century.

These items will be a valuable addition to any collection of French silver or a refined accent for your dining table.

This is an elegant antique pair of French silver cutlery. With a combined weight of 63 grams, these pieces are substantial and exemplify the high-quality craftsmanship of French silversmithing.


The authenticity and purity of the silver are guaranteed by the official French government hallmark: State Guarantee Mark (Poinçon de Garantie): Each piece features the "Minerva Head" (Tête de Minerve) hallmark.

The Minerva stamp confirms that the item is made of Solid Silver (Argent Massif).

The presence of the Minerva mark dates these pieces to the period post-1838, typically late 19th or early 20th century.

These items will be a valuable addition to any collection of French silver or a refined accent for your dining table.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
63 g
Country of Origin
France
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
SwitzerlandVerified
Private

Similar objects

For you in

Silver & Gold Decor