Serving spoon (5) - .835 silver - Portuguese .835 Silver

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Five-piece Portuguese .835 silver lot dating from the 1930s to the 1970s, including a 7×7 cm ornate trinket dish (9.4 g) with eagle hallmark, a 12 cm diameter wedding ring dish (29.7 g) with motto and rococo border, a 4.5 cm napkin ring (4.6 g) with gilt interior, and a matching 17 cm dessert spoon and fork set (63.2 g) in its original box, all in excellent condition.

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1. Dish - .835 silver - Portuguese Ornate Silver Trinket Dish - 7x7 cm - 9.4 g - Eagle Hallmark

Finely crafted in Portugal, this elegant small silver dish bears the authentic Portuguese eagle (eagle’s head) hallmark, guaranteeing .835 silver purity – a respected standard of Portuguese silversmithing.

The piece showcases beautiful artisanal craftsmanship with a richly ornamented scalloped border featuring repeating fan/shell motifs intertwined with vine or ribbon-like elements and small decorative bead accents. The central circular area has an attractive brushed/satin finish that catches the light beautifully.

• Approx. 7 × 7 cm
• Weight: 9.4 grams

Very good vintage condition with only light natural patina and minor surface wear consistent with age. No dents, cracks, repairs or significant damage – please see all the detailed photos for accurate assessment.

This charming dish is perfect as a trinket/jewelry dish, small serving piece, presentation plate or simply as a decorative collector’s item. A lovely and collectible example of Portuguese .835 silver that will appeal to silver enthusiasts and interior decorators alike.

2. Portuguese .835 Silver Wedding Ring Dish “O Amor Tudo Vence” – Ornate 12 cm Porta Alianças – 29.7 g

Beautiful Portuguese .835 silver prato de alianças with the romantic motto “O AMOR TUDO VENCE” (Love Conquers All). Excellent condition.
Full Description:

This elegant Portuguese .835 silver wedding ring dish (also called prato de alianças, porta alianças or aneleira) is a traditional and highly symbolic piece used during Portuguese wedding ceremonies to present the wedding rings.

The centre features a finely detailed relief of two clasped hands surrounded by roses and the iconic banner with the motto “O AMOR TUDO VENCE” – “Love Conquers All”.

The wide border is richly decorated in classic rococo/baroque style with intricate scrolls, flowers and volutes, showcasing superb Portuguese silversmith craftsmanship.

Diameter: 12 cm
Weight: 29.7 grams

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a lovely natural patina. No dents, cracks, repairs or major scratches (see all photos for precise condition).

A charming, romantic and collectible piece of Portuguese silverware – perfect as a wedding keepsake, decorative jewellery dish or addition to a silver collection.

3. Napkin ring - .833 silver - Small mouse pulling cart

Charming vintage Portuguese silver napkin ring decorated with a delightful relief scene of a small mouse pulling a decorated cart. The finely detailed motif is flanked by beautiful ornamental scrollwork on both sides, creating a playful and highly decorative piece.

The ring features a smooth polished silver exterior with raised relief decoration and an attractive golden/gilt tone on the inside (typical of older Portuguese silverware).

Excellent craftsmanship typical of mid-20th-century Portuguese silver.
Portuguese hallmarks from the period 1938–1984 (including the .833 fineness mark – your piece is marked .835, a very minor variation common in this era).

Perfect as a decorative table accessory, a charming collector’s item, or a lovely gift for lovers of whimsical silver miniatures.
Specifications:

Weight: 4.6 g
Dimensions: Length 4.5 cm

Condition: Good used condition with beautiful patina and normal light signs of age. No dents, cracks or repairs. The gilt interior shows some signs of wear.

4. Vintage Portuguese 835 Silver Spoon & Fork Set in Original Box - Floral Porto Hallmark
Description:

Beautiful vintage matching dessert spoon and fork from Portugal
• Material: 835/1000 silver (Porto assay mark with eagle hallmark) on the handles
• Design: Ornate floral/foliate relief with central oval cartouche – classic Portuguese style
• Functional parts: High-quality stainless steel (inox) bowl and tines
• Size: 17 cm long each
• Weight: 63.2 g total (nice and substantial)
Excellent condition – clean, shiny, no damage or polishing wear

Presented in its original fitted velvet-lined box with textured blue lid

Perfect as a collector’s piece, elegant gift, or addition to a vintage flatware service. Mid-to-late 20th century Portuguese silverware – decorative yet practical!


1. Dish - .835 silver - Portuguese Ornate Silver Trinket Dish - 7x7 cm - 9.4 g - Eagle Hallmark

Finely crafted in Portugal, this elegant small silver dish bears the authentic Portuguese eagle (eagle’s head) hallmark, guaranteeing .835 silver purity – a respected standard of Portuguese silversmithing.

The piece showcases beautiful artisanal craftsmanship with a richly ornamented scalloped border featuring repeating fan/shell motifs intertwined with vine or ribbon-like elements and small decorative bead accents. The central circular area has an attractive brushed/satin finish that catches the light beautifully.

• Approx. 7 × 7 cm
• Weight: 9.4 grams

Very good vintage condition with only light natural patina and minor surface wear consistent with age. No dents, cracks, repairs or significant damage – please see all the detailed photos for accurate assessment.

This charming dish is perfect as a trinket/jewelry dish, small serving piece, presentation plate or simply as a decorative collector’s item. A lovely and collectible example of Portuguese .835 silver that will appeal to silver enthusiasts and interior decorators alike.

2. Portuguese .835 Silver Wedding Ring Dish “O Amor Tudo Vence” – Ornate 12 cm Porta Alianças – 29.7 g

Beautiful Portuguese .835 silver prato de alianças with the romantic motto “O AMOR TUDO VENCE” (Love Conquers All). Excellent condition.
Full Description:

This elegant Portuguese .835 silver wedding ring dish (also called prato de alianças, porta alianças or aneleira) is a traditional and highly symbolic piece used during Portuguese wedding ceremonies to present the wedding rings.

The centre features a finely detailed relief of two clasped hands surrounded by roses and the iconic banner with the motto “O AMOR TUDO VENCE” – “Love Conquers All”.

The wide border is richly decorated in classic rococo/baroque style with intricate scrolls, flowers and volutes, showcasing superb Portuguese silversmith craftsmanship.

Diameter: 12 cm
Weight: 29.7 grams

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with a lovely natural patina. No dents, cracks, repairs or major scratches (see all photos for precise condition).

A charming, romantic and collectible piece of Portuguese silverware – perfect as a wedding keepsake, decorative jewellery dish or addition to a silver collection.

3. Napkin ring - .833 silver - Small mouse pulling cart

Charming vintage Portuguese silver napkin ring decorated with a delightful relief scene of a small mouse pulling a decorated cart. The finely detailed motif is flanked by beautiful ornamental scrollwork on both sides, creating a playful and highly decorative piece.

The ring features a smooth polished silver exterior with raised relief decoration and an attractive golden/gilt tone on the inside (typical of older Portuguese silverware).

Excellent craftsmanship typical of mid-20th-century Portuguese silver.
Portuguese hallmarks from the period 1938–1984 (including the .833 fineness mark – your piece is marked .835, a very minor variation common in this era).

Perfect as a decorative table accessory, a charming collector’s item, or a lovely gift for lovers of whimsical silver miniatures.
Specifications:

Weight: 4.6 g
Dimensions: Length 4.5 cm

Condition: Good used condition with beautiful patina and normal light signs of age. No dents, cracks or repairs. The gilt interior shows some signs of wear.

4. Vintage Portuguese 835 Silver Spoon & Fork Set in Original Box - Floral Porto Hallmark
Description:

Beautiful vintage matching dessert spoon and fork from Portugal
• Material: 835/1000 silver (Porto assay mark with eagle hallmark) on the handles
• Design: Ornate floral/foliate relief with central oval cartouche – classic Portuguese style
• Functional parts: High-quality stainless steel (inox) bowl and tines
• Size: 17 cm long each
• Weight: 63.2 g total (nice and substantial)
Excellent condition – clean, shiny, no damage or polishing wear

Presented in its original fitted velvet-lined box with textured blue lid

Perfect as a collector’s piece, elegant gift, or addition to a vintage flatware service. Mid-to-late 20th century Portuguese silverware – decorative yet practical!


Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
107 g
Silver type
.835 silver
Title additional information
Portuguese .835 Silver
Number of objects
5
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
12 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940, 1940-1950, 1950-1960, 1960-1970, 1970-1980
FranceVerified
Private

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