Cruet set (3) - .950 silver - 3






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Antique French solid silver 3-piece cruet set from the Belle Époque (1850–1900) in .950 silver, comprising a covered mustard pot and two open salt cellars on small feet, with ajouré decoration and intact glass liners, total gross weight 375.83 g and net silver weight 163.42 g, hallmarked Minerva 1st titre and diamond mark “V P” with inventory no. 22459.
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Title: Antique French 950 Solid Silver 3pc Cruet Set / Salt Cellars & Mustard Pot - Belle ÉpoqueDescription:Beautiful antique French 3-piece solid silver cruet set from the Belle Époque period (late 19th - early 20th century).The set includes a covered mustard pot with a handle and two open salt cellars resting on elegant small legs. All pieces feature exquisite and detailed openwork (ajouré) decoration with classical garlands, bows, and floral motifs.Crucially, all 3 original clear glass/crystal liners are present and remain in perfect, intact condition with no chips or cracks.Specifications:Material: French Solid Silver (Minerve 1er titre, .950/1000)Hallmarks: Stamped with the official French Minerva 1st titre guarantee hallmark (.950) and the master silversmith's diamond hallmark with initials "V P" and stars.Serial Number: Features an engraved workshop inventory number "22459".Total Gross Weight (with glass): 375.83 gNet Silver Weight (3 silver frames only): 163.42 gCondition:Excellent antique condition. Beautiful natural patina. No cracks, dents, or repairs to the silver frames. The glass liners are perfectly preserved. Please see the detailed photos, including weights on the scale and macro shots of the hallmarks, which form an integral part of the description.
Title: Antique French 950 Solid Silver 3pc Cruet Set / Salt Cellars & Mustard Pot - Belle ÉpoqueDescription:Beautiful antique French 3-piece solid silver cruet set from the Belle Époque period (late 19th - early 20th century).The set includes a covered mustard pot with a handle and two open salt cellars resting on elegant small legs. All pieces feature exquisite and detailed openwork (ajouré) decoration with classical garlands, bows, and floral motifs.Crucially, all 3 original clear glass/crystal liners are present and remain in perfect, intact condition with no chips or cracks.Specifications:Material: French Solid Silver (Minerve 1er titre, .950/1000)Hallmarks: Stamped with the official French Minerva 1st titre guarantee hallmark (.950) and the master silversmith's diamond hallmark with initials "V P" and stars.Serial Number: Features an engraved workshop inventory number "22459".Total Gross Weight (with glass): 375.83 gNet Silver Weight (3 silver frames only): 163.42 gCondition:Excellent antique condition. Beautiful natural patina. No cracks, dents, or repairs to the silver frames. The glass liners are perfectly preserved. Please see the detailed photos, including weights on the scale and macro shots of the hallmarks, which form an integral part of the description.
