Figure - Toothpick Holder – Rooster - .925 silver
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Antique Portuguese sterling silver toothpick holder in the shape of a rooster, hallmarked .925, with an openwork base and four feet, measuring 18.5 cm high, 8 cm base, and weighing 369.49 g, in very good condition with a natural patina.
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Antique Portuguese Sterling Silver Toothpick Holder – Rooster – Hallmarked
Portugal assay mark (1985-2020), 925/000, and same date marker's mark.
Description
Beautiful antique Portuguese sterling silver toothpick holder featuring an elegant rooster (cock) finial, finely chased with exceptional feather and plumage detail. Raised on an ornate openwork base with four decorative feet, this is a fine example of traditional Portuguese silver craftsmanship.
The piece bears the Portuguese silver hallmark, confirming its authenticity.
Highly decorative and collectible, it is equally suited as a functional table accessory or as a display piece for collectors of antique silver and Portuguese decorative arts.
Height: 18.5cm
Base: 8.0cm
Weight: 369.49g
Details
Material: Portuguese sterling silver
Hallmarked
Figural rooster finial
Openwork circular base
Four decorative feet
Antique Portuguese craftsmanship
Condition
Very good antique condition with a beautiful natural silver patina. Minor wear consistent with age and careful use. No visible repairs or significant damage. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Antique Portuguese Sterling Silver Toothpick Holder – Rooster – Hallmarked
Portugal assay mark (1985-2020), 925/000, and same date marker's mark.
Description
Beautiful antique Portuguese sterling silver toothpick holder featuring an elegant rooster (cock) finial, finely chased with exceptional feather and plumage detail. Raised on an ornate openwork base with four decorative feet, this is a fine example of traditional Portuguese silver craftsmanship.
The piece bears the Portuguese silver hallmark, confirming its authenticity.
Highly decorative and collectible, it is equally suited as a functional table accessory or as a display piece for collectors of antique silver and Portuguese decorative arts.
Height: 18.5cm
Base: 8.0cm
Weight: 369.49g
Details
Material: Portuguese sterling silver
Hallmarked
Figural rooster finial
Openwork circular base
Four decorative feet
Antique Portuguese craftsmanship
Condition
Very good antique condition with a beautiful natural silver patina. Minor wear consistent with age and careful use. No visible repairs or significant damage. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with tracking and insurance.
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
369.49 g
Silver type
.925 silver
Title
Toothpick Holder – Rooster
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18.5 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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