Grape scissors - .950 silver, Vermeil
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Authentic vermeil grape scissors dating to the late 19th century (Napoleon III era), crafted in solid silver with a thin gold coating, in Louis XVI style with four-ring handles, 14.5 cm long, 64.54 g, origin France, in excellent condition with a fully functioning cutting mechanism.
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Splendid and authentic pair of table grape scissors from the late 19th century (Napoleon III era), in VERMEIL.
This exceptional object for the table arts testifies to the great refinement of bourgeois receptions of the era. It was used to neatly cut the stems of grape clusters without damaging the grains.
Material: In Vermeil, i.e., solid silver plated with a thin layer of gold.
The authenticity of the precious metal is officially guaranteed by the State Minerva 1st Title mark (high-purity 950/1000 of pure silver).
Patina: The original gilding is subtly and prettily faded with time, offering magnificent light gold reflections ("slightly gilded") typical of authentic collectible pieces.
Prestige design: Rare model with four-ring handles (double rings superimposed) richly chased with fluted and striped motifs in the pure neoclassical / Louis XVI style.
Dimensions: Ideal total length of 14.5 cm.
Condition: Very good overall condition, no deformation of the rings, the cutting mechanism works perfectly.
A superb display piece for a collector of antique silverware, an enthusiast of curiosities, or to elevate the historical elegance of a festive table.
Splendid and authentic pair of table grape scissors from the late 19th century (Napoleon III era), in VERMEIL.
This exceptional object for the table arts testifies to the great refinement of bourgeois receptions of the era. It was used to neatly cut the stems of grape clusters without damaging the grains.
Material: In Vermeil, i.e., solid silver plated with a thin layer of gold.
The authenticity of the precious metal is officially guaranteed by the State Minerva 1st Title mark (high-purity 950/1000 of pure silver).
Patina: The original gilding is subtly and prettily faded with time, offering magnificent light gold reflections ("slightly gilded") typical of authentic collectible pieces.
Prestige design: Rare model with four-ring handles (double rings superimposed) richly chased with fluted and striped motifs in the pure neoclassical / Louis XVI style.
Dimensions: Ideal total length of 14.5 cm.
Condition: Very good overall condition, no deformation of the rings, the cutting mechanism works perfectly.
A superb display piece for a collector of antique silverware, an enthusiast of curiosities, or to elevate the historical elegance of a festive table.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Louis XVI Style
Gross weight
64.54 g
Silver type
.950 silver, Vermeil
Country of origin
France
Material
Silver
Style
Antique
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
14.5 cm
Width
6 cm
Depth
4 mm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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