Tastevin - .950 silver - French tastevin

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Jeroen Zoetmulder
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Has over 30 years of experience in archaeology and is an appraiser specialising in archaeological objects.

Estimate  € 380 - € 450
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€150
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€55
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Heavy antique French tastevin in solid 950 silver, dating to ca. 1850–1900, 12 cm long, 3 cm deep, 3.5 cm high, weighing about 214 g, in good used condition with minor aging, featuring a Louis XIV portrait medallion on the base, surrounding heraldic shields, a double-snake handle, and Minerva and SR marks.

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For sale is an exceptionally heavy and magnificent antique French wine tasting cup (tastevin) made of solid 950 fineness silver (vermeil).
Details & Decor: In the bottom is inlaid a historical medallion with the portrait of King Louis XIV. (Ludovicus XIIII Rex Christianissimus). The outer wall is encircled by hammered heraldic shield emblems. The handle is artistically formed as a double serpent. Condition: Originally the bowl was gold-plated (vermeil). Through historical use and polishing, the gilding is largely worn away and only gleams subtly in the recesses—a beautiful, authentic patina.
Tools/Marks: At the upper edge near the handle there are two official French marks: the Minerva mark (guarantee of 950 solid silver) and the diamond-shaped master mark of the silversmith with the initials “S R.”
Weight: Exceptionally heavy quality, approximately 214 grams.

For sale is an exceptionally heavy and magnificent antique French wine tasting cup (tastevin) made of solid 950 fineness silver (vermeil).
Details & Decor: In the bottom is inlaid a historical medallion with the portrait of King Louis XIV. (Ludovicus XIIII Rex Christianissimus). The outer wall is encircled by hammered heraldic shield emblems. The handle is artistically formed as a double serpent. Condition: Originally the bowl was gold-plated (vermeil). Through historical use and polishing, the gilding is largely worn away and only gleams subtly in the recesses—a beautiful, authentic patina.
Tools/Marks: At the upper edge near the handle there are two official French marks: the Minerva mark (guarantee of 950 solid silver) and the diamond-shaped master mark of the silversmith with the initials “S R.”
Weight: Exceptionally heavy quality, approximately 214 grams.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
214 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Title additional information
French tastevin
No. of items
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
3.5 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
3 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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