Cutlery set (2) - Silver - Minerva head hallmark

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Elegant pair of French silver serving utensils with the Minerva head hallmark (800/1000 purity), comprising a larger 31.5 × 6 cm server and a smaller 25.5 × 8 cm one, both in good condition with minor aging signs, total gross weight 259 g, dating to circa 1900–1910.

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Elegant pair of French silver serving utensils, featuring finely cast handles bearing the Minerva head hallmark, denoting a silver purity of at least 800/1000. The handles display classical motifs including laurel wreaths, rosettes, and neoclassical detailing, lending a refined architectural balance.

The larger server (31.5 x 6 cm) showcases a fluid, leaf-like form with delicate foliate engraving, while the smaller (25.5 x 8 cm) features a pierced floral motif with gilt finish, ideal for pastry or fruit service.

Total gross weight: 259 g.

Elegant pair of French silver serving utensils, featuring finely cast handles bearing the Minerva head hallmark, denoting a silver purity of at least 800/1000. The handles display classical motifs including laurel wreaths, rosettes, and neoclassical detailing, lending a refined architectural balance.

The larger server (31.5 x 6 cm) showcases a fluid, leaf-like form with delicate foliate engraving, while the smaller (25.5 x 8 cm) features a pierced floral motif with gilt finish, ideal for pastry or fruit service.

Total gross weight: 259 g.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
259 g
Title additional information
Minerva head hallmark
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
France
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
2 cm
Width
31.5 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated Period
1900-1910
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