Cutlery set (2) - Silver - Minerva mark

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French silver fish serving set in two pieces (knife and fork) with Minerva hallmark, dating to 1900–1910, total 198 g, knife 27.5 cm and fork 24.5 cm, ornate handles with scrolling floral motifs, pierced and engraved knife blade, in good condition with minor signs of aging.

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French silver fish serving set, comprising an ornate knife and matching fork, both bearing the Minerva hallmark and weighing a combined 198 grams. Elegantly crafted with richly embossed handles adorned with scrolling floral motifs, the set exemplifies refined 19th–early 20th century French silversmithing.

The knife features a distinctive pierced and engraved blade, both decorative and functional for serving fish, while the four-tine fork mirrors the same graceful detailing. Measuring approximately 27.5 cm for the knife and 24.5 cm for the fork, the pieces offer a pleasing weight and balance in hand.

Displaying a soft, natural patina consistent with age and use, this set retains crisp detailing and strong visual appeal.

French silver fish serving set, comprising an ornate knife and matching fork, both bearing the Minerva hallmark and weighing a combined 198 grams. Elegantly crafted with richly embossed handles adorned with scrolling floral motifs, the set exemplifies refined 19th–early 20th century French silversmithing.

The knife features a distinctive pierced and engraved blade, both decorative and functional for serving fish, while the four-tine fork mirrors the same graceful detailing. Measuring approximately 27.5 cm for the knife and 24.5 cm for the fork, the pieces offer a pleasing weight and balance in hand.

Displaying a soft, natural patina consistent with age and use, this set retains crisp detailing and strong visual appeal.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Gross weight
198 g
Title additional information
Minerva mark
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
3 cm
Width
27.5 cm
Depth
1 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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