Box - Belle Époque - guilloché - .800 silver - Silver Coin Purse
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Elegant French Belle Époque coin purse in 800 silver, dating to circa 1860–1910, with guilloché engraving and a blue silk interior, dimensions about 7 cm by 5 cm by 2 cm and a weight of 32 g.
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Elegant French Silver Coin Purse – Belle Époque – France – 800 Silver – c. 1860–1910
An elegant French solid silver coin purse dating from the refined Belle Époque period, crafted around the turn of the 20th century.
The purse is made in 800 silver, confirmed by the French boar's head hallmark (Hure de Sanglier), a guarantee mark used for small silver articles. It also bears the original French maker's mark within a horizontal lozenge.
Its softly scalloped outline is enhanced by exceptionally fine engine-turned (guilloché) engraving, creating a shimmering wave pattern across both sides. The raised central cartouche is beautifully engraved with the original owner's initials "A B", surrounded by delicate Louis XVI-inspired floral ornamentation and elegant scrollwork.
The interior retains its attractive original blue silk-lined concertina compartments, allowing coins to be neatly separated. These small silver purses were fashionable personal accessories carried by elegant ladies during the Belle Époque and Edwardian era, often accompanying evening attire or kept inside a larger handbag.
The combination of crisp guilloché engraving, refined proportions and original interior makes this an attractive collector's piece as well as a beautiful object for display.
Condition
Good overall antique condition.
The silver remains bright with an attractive patina. Minor surface scratches and a few tiny age-related dents consistent with careful use. The original blue textile interior shows expected signs of age and wear while remaining complete and functional. Please study the photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description.
Dimensions
Length: approx. 7 cm
Width: approx. 5 cm
Thickness: approx. 2 cm
Brutto Weight: approx. 32 g
Hallmarks
French Boar's Head hallmark – 800 silver
French maker's mark in a horizontal lozenge starting with the letter C
Decorative techniques
Fine hand-engraved guilloché decoration
Hand-engraved monogram cartouche
Scalloped Rococo-inspired outline
Original blue silk concertina interior
Hand-finished chased border decoration
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Elegant French Silver Coin Purse – Belle Époque – France – 800 Silver – c. 1860–1910
An elegant French solid silver coin purse dating from the refined Belle Époque period, crafted around the turn of the 20th century.
The purse is made in 800 silver, confirmed by the French boar's head hallmark (Hure de Sanglier), a guarantee mark used for small silver articles. It also bears the original French maker's mark within a horizontal lozenge.
Its softly scalloped outline is enhanced by exceptionally fine engine-turned (guilloché) engraving, creating a shimmering wave pattern across both sides. The raised central cartouche is beautifully engraved with the original owner's initials "A B", surrounded by delicate Louis XVI-inspired floral ornamentation and elegant scrollwork.
The interior retains its attractive original blue silk-lined concertina compartments, allowing coins to be neatly separated. These small silver purses were fashionable personal accessories carried by elegant ladies during the Belle Époque and Edwardian era, often accompanying evening attire or kept inside a larger handbag.
The combination of crisp guilloché engraving, refined proportions and original interior makes this an attractive collector's piece as well as a beautiful object for display.
Condition
Good overall antique condition.
The silver remains bright with an attractive patina. Minor surface scratches and a few tiny age-related dents consistent with careful use. The original blue textile interior shows expected signs of age and wear while remaining complete and functional. Please study the photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description.
Dimensions
Length: approx. 7 cm
Width: approx. 5 cm
Thickness: approx. 2 cm
Brutto Weight: approx. 32 g
Hallmarks
French Boar's Head hallmark – 800 silver
French maker's mark in a horizontal lozenge starting with the letter C
Decorative techniques
Fine hand-engraved guilloché decoration
Hand-engraved monogram cartouche
Scalloped Rococo-inspired outline
Original blue silk concertina interior
Hand-finished chased border decoration
Catawiki smart shipping services, insured and well packed.
#ParisAppartment
#Wedding
#Elle Collection
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
32 g
Silver type
.800 silver
Title additional information
Silver Coin Purse
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
France
Material
Silk, Silver
Model
Belle Époque - guilloché
Colour
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
2 cm
Width
7 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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