Jean E. Puiforcat - Serving spoon - .800 silver

Rare Puiforçat solid silverware set in Sterling Silver P – Double-Faced Shell Model - (title 800/1000)

Special feature: This set stands out for its quality of execution and, above all, for an exceptional historical striking anomaly sought after by discerning collectors: the entire set bears an official Minerva hallmark inverted, struck in mirror image.
This piece of high silversmithing is distinguished by refined technique and a peculiar strike.

Silversmith’s Mark: Master’s diamond hallmark of Émile Puiforcat (initials "EP" surrounding the vertical knife symbol).

Detailed composition of the lot (24 pieces - Total weight: 1861 grams):
1 Large Serving Spoon / Service: Length 26 cm – Weight: 123 g.
12 Table Forks: Heavy and dense model – Weight: 77 g each (Total 924 g).
11 Soup/Table Spoons: Matching model – Weight: 74 g each (Total 814 g).

Technical characteristics:
Silversmith: Master’s hallmark of Émile Puiforcat (Initials "EP" surrounding the vertical knife/dirk).

Estimated period: Late 19th century / Early 20th century (1857-1927).

Model: Sumptuous classic Louis XV style with shell and wavy edges. High-end silver finish known as "Double Face" (the decoration is chased identically on the front and back of the spatula).

RARITY:
The piece bears the official French Minerva hallmark 2nd title (800/1000) but presents an exceptional striking anomaly: the goddess Minerva faces to the LEFT. Official French hallmarks normally face to the right; this mirrored effect (caused by a slip or historical error on the original die) makes it a genuine curiosity for silverware enthusiasts and hallmark rarities.